This bill aims to revise digital identification laws in Montana by granting residents the right to request the deletion of their digital identification card data from state agency databases. Residents can submit a written or electronic request for deletion, which agencies must comply with within 30 days, unless the data is needed for an active legal investigation or must be retained under federal or state laws. If a deletion request is denied, agencies are required to provide a written explanation within 15 days. Additionally, the bill mandates that agencies create a clear process for residents to submit these requests, including both paper-based and online options, and allows residents to file complaints with the attorney general if their requests are unlawfully denied.

The bill includes a new section that outlines these rights and processes, ensuring that the provisions are integrated into Title 2 of Montana law. This legislative change emphasizes the importance of data privacy and gives residents more control over their personal information held by state agencies.