The bill amends the Enhanced Driver License and Enhanced Official State Personal Identification Card Act by updating the requirements for applicants seeking these forms of identification. Key changes include the clarification of the application process, where applicants must provide a completed application that indicates their full legal name and other personal details, as well as documentation proving their U.S. citizenship and legal name changes. The bill also specifies that the facial image and signature of the applicant must be captured at the time of application, and outlines the conditions under which this information may be disclosed to government agencies for law enforcement purposes.

Additionally, the bill introduces provisions regarding the retention of applicants' facial images, stating that these must be kept for at least one year unless fraud is suspected, in which case they must be retained for ten years. It also emphasizes that the Secretary of State cannot compile or maintain a database that could be shared with foreign countries. Other amendments include the process for designating communication impediments and the requirement for the Secretary of State to provide notice before canceling such designations. The act will take effect 90 days after being enacted into law, contingent upon the passage of related legislation.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 28.305