The bill aims to expand the same-day issuance of noncompliant drivers' licenses, instruction permits, and identification cards in Minnesota. It mandates the commissioner of public safety to continue and expand the existing pilot project, which was established in 2021, to include additional locations such as Blaine, Brainerd, Chaska, Grand Rapids, Mankato, Minneapolis, Rochester, St. Paul, Stillwater, and Willmar. The bill specifies that applicants must receive their licenses or cards immediately upon application without needing to visit another location or receive a temporary document. It also outlines requirements for the design and security features of the same-day issued documents to ensure they are similar to centrally issued licenses.
Additionally, the bill requires the commissioner to create public awareness materials and establish a web page to inform the public and relevant entities about the pilot project. A report detailing the project's outcomes, including security comparisons and feedback from license agents, must be submitted by January 1, 2026. The bill includes an appropriation for fiscal year 2025 to fund the expansion and administration of the pilot project, covering equipment, vendor agreements, and staffing costs. The effective date for these provisions is set for October 1, 2024.