House Bill No. [insert number] introduces a "driving privilege card" designed for individuals who cannot obtain a standard driver's license, outlining eligibility criteria, application procedures, and card content. The card will not permit the operation of commercial vehicles and will expire two years after issuance or on the holder's 21st birthday if they are aged 19 or 20. Applicants must provide proof of identity, Montana residency, and lawful presence in the U.S., with specific documentation requirements. The bill also allows for the revocation of the card if the holder is in removal proceedings or has been ordered removed from the U.S., and clarifies that individuals ineligible for a driver's license due to immigration status can still apply for the driving privilege card.

Additionally, the bill amends various sections of Montana's vehicle and driver licensing laws, including the introduction of digital driver's licenses, which will be accepted starting September 1, 2025. It establishes a program for applicants to obtain a digital version of their license alongside the physical one and mandates the department to adopt rules for implementation by July 1, 2025. The bill emphasizes the need for the department to consider functional abilities in licensing decisions and includes provisions for reciprocity agreements with foreign countries regarding driver's licenses. Overall, the bill aims to modernize the licensing process, enhance accessibility, and ensure safety for all drivers while integrating new digital options.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_1(1): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_1(2): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_1(3): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_1(4): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_1(5): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_1(6): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_1(7): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_1: 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_2(1): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_2(10): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_2(11): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_2(12): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_2(2): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_2(3): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_2(4): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_2(5): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_2(6): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_2(7): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_2(8): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_2(9): 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201
HB0275_2: 61-5-104, 61-5-105, 61-5-110, 61-5-116, 61-5-121, 61-5-201, 61-5-203, 61-5-204, 61-11-503, 61-14-201