This bill proposes the repeal of the REAL ID implementation law established in Laws 2017, chapter 76, which governs the issuance and requirements for driver's licenses and identification cards in Minnesota. It mandates the revisor of statutes to collaborate with relevant departments to prepare proposed legislation for the 2026 regular legislative session to address the necessary statutory changes resulting from this repeal. The repeal will take effect on July 1, 2026, while the initial section of the bill will be effective the day after final enactment.

In addition to the repeal, the bill introduces new definitions and requirements for noncompliant licenses and identification cards, which must be marked "not for federal identification" and feature unique design indicators. It outlines the responsibilities of the commissioner of public safety to provide accessible information on identity document options and requires applicants to acknowledge the limitations of noncompliant licenses. The bill also includes provisions for issuing REAL ID compliant driver's licenses and identification cards, appropriates $3,270,000 for implementation, and establishes security features and data privacy measures for identification cards.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 171.01, 171.06, 171.061, 171.07, 171.071, 171.072, 171.12, 171.27, 171.017, 171.04