The bill amends the Revised Code to require the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to include an identifying symbol on driver's licenses, commercial driver's licenses, or state identification cards for individuals with specific disabilities, upon request. It mandates that applicants indicate if they have a developmental disability, a neurodevelopmental condition, a hearing impairment, or any other medical alert, and whether they wish for this information to be represented by a symbol on their license. This initiative aims to improve the identification of individuals with disabilities and enhance their interactions with law enforcement and other entities. Additionally, the bill specifies that applicants must provide supporting documentation to validate their claims regarding disabilities or medical alerts.

Moreover, the bill introduces several amendments to the current laws governing the issuance of identification cards and driver's licenses in Ohio, including provisions for individuals with disabilities. It ensures that no driver's license or identification card will display the licensee's social security number unless specifically requested and outlines the differences between licenses issued to individuals under twenty-one years of age and those issued to older individuals. The bill also emphasizes compliance with the federal "Real ID Act" and repeals several outdated sections of the Revised Code. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance inclusivity, security, and compliance with federal regulations in the issuance of identification documents.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 4506.07, 4506.11, 4507.06, 4507.13, 4507.51, 4507.52