This 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. It specifies that applicants must provide a completed application with personal details, documentation proving U.S. citizenship, and a signed certification of the accuracy of the information provided. Additionally, the bill mandates that the secretary of state capture the applicant's facial image and signature at the time of application and outlines the conditions under which this information may be disclosed to government agencies for law enforcement purposes.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new definition for "communication impediment," which includes conditions that may hinder communication with law enforcement, such as deafness or autism spectrum disorders. It allows applicants to elect a communication impediment designation, which can be viewed by authorized law enforcement personnel. The bill also emphasizes the confidentiality of personal information, stating that the secretary of state cannot disclose an individual's facial image, signature, or Social Security number, except under specific legal circumstances. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of House Bill No. 5949.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 28.305