House Bill No. [insert number] proposes to waive fees for Class "E" driver's licenses and state identification cards for individuals experiencing homelessness in Louisiana. The bill enacts new provisions under R.S. 32:412.4 and R.S. 40:1321.3, which stipulate that the Department of Motor Vehicles cannot charge fees for issuing, renewing, or providing duplicates of these credentials to homeless individuals. To qualify for the fee waiver, applicants must present a letter from an approved entity, such as a homeless shelter, healthcare provider, or domestic violence service provider, confirming their homeless status. The bill also defines "homeless" as individuals living at or below 100% of the federal poverty line.

In addition to the fee waivers, the bill outlines that the Department must ensure that individuals seeking the waiver are not in violation of any relevant provisions of existing law. This legislation aims to alleviate barriers for homeless individuals in obtaining essential identification, thereby facilitating access to services and opportunities that require such credentials.