The bill amends K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 8-243 to require that driver's licenses issued in Kansas include the applicant's citizenship status. This new requirement is part of a broader update to the information that must be displayed on the driver's license, which will also continue to include the licensee's full legal name, date of birth, gender, address, and a distinguishing number. The bill emphasizes the importance of security features to prevent tampering and counterfeiting, and it mandates the incorporation of machine-readable technology into all Kansas driver's licenses and identification cards.

Additionally, the bill repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 8-243, indicating a significant overhaul of the current law governing driver's licenses. The changes aim to enhance the identification process and ensure that licenses reflect important personal information, including citizenship status, which may have implications for law enforcement and identification verification. The act will take effect upon its publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 8-243