This bill amends several sections of the Idaho Code related to motor vehicles, specifically addressing the requirements for residents regarding driver's licenses, vehicle registration, and obtaining a certificate of title. Notably, it establishes that individuals who become residents of Idaho must apply for an Idaho driver's license, register their vehicles, and obtain a certificate of title within thirty days of establishing residency. The definition of "resident" is revised to clarify that it excludes full-time students from other states and emphasizes that residency includes a spouse and dependent children living with the individual.

Additionally, the bill modifies the definition of "resident" by removing the previous stipulation that a person must have been domiciled in Idaho for at least thirty days to be considered a resident for vehicle registration and licensing purposes. It also introduces penalties for failing to comply with the new requirements, including an infraction for not applying for an Idaho-issued driver's license within the specified timeframe. The bill declares an emergency, making it effective on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 49-119, 49-301, 49-401A, 49-502