The bill amends section 60-484.02 of the Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2024, concerning the release of digital images and signatures captured for motor vehicle operator's licenses and state identification cards. It establishes specific exceptions under which digital images may be released, including to law enforcement agencies for investigative purposes, to the Secretary of State for voter registration, and to the Nebraska State Patrol for posting on the Missing Persons Clearinghouse website if an individual is deemed missing. The bill also mandates that the Nebraska State Patrol implement protection protocols and security measures for the handling of these digital images.

Additionally, the bill introduces penalties for unauthorized disclosure of digital images and signatures, classifying such violations as a Class I misdemeanor. It requires the Department of Motor Vehicles to develop a process for securely releasing digital images to the Secretary of State for voter identification purposes, ensuring proper measures for access, security, and retention. The original section 60-484.02 is repealed, and the new provisions aim to harmonize the handling of digital images and signatures while enhancing security and privacy protections.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 60-484.02
Final Reading: 60-484.02
Slip Law: 60-484.02