This bill amends RSA 263:10 by adding a new paragraph that allows the division of motor vehicles to issue temporary traditional driver's licenses to youth operators who are transitioning to operators' licenses and are within 30 days of turning 21. The temporary license will be valid for driving purposes until the new license is issued and can remain valid for up to 60 days after the expiration of the youth operator's license. Additionally, for online renewals, a transaction receipt from the division of motor vehicles website, when paired with the existing driver’s license, will serve as the temporary license and proof of renewal.

The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and does not provide any funding for its implementation. The estimated cost for the necessary changes to the systems involved is $48,000, which will be incurred in FY 2027. The bill does not anticipate any revenue generation and indicates that the costs associated with the collection and administration of highway fund revenue will be deducted before being credited as unrestricted highway fund revenue.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 263:10
HB1190 text: 263:10