This bill amends existing laws regarding the issuance and renewal of drivers' licenses for nonresident aliens in New Hampshire. A significant insertion is the requirement that the Department of Motor Vehicles shall not renew a driver's license for any individual who is not a U.S. citizen and cannot prove lawful permanent residency. Additionally, the bill specifies that the director may issue a driver's license to nonresident aliens temporarily residing in New Hampshire for specific purposes, such as attending educational institutions or engaging in lawful employment. The director is now mandated to require proof of driving history or completion of a driver education course, along with other identification requirements.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new section that prohibits the issuance of a driver's license to individuals granted asylee status until their application for adjustment to lawful permanent residency is approved. It also stipulates that nonresident alien drivers' licenses must include specific personal information and a marking indicating their status as nonresident aliens. The effective date of the bill is set for 60 days after its passage. Overall, the bill aims to tighten the regulations surrounding drivers' licenses for nonresident aliens while ensuring compliance with public safety standards.

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Introduced: 477:4-a