The bill amends various sections of the Oklahoma Statutes concerning the issuance and renewal of driver licenses and identification cards, particularly focusing on noncitizen applicants. It mandates that noncitizens provide proof of lawful presence when applying for a driver license or identification card and introduces new designations for these licenses: "Limited Term" for REAL ID Compliant licenses and "Federal Limits Apply" for Noncompliant licenses. Additionally, Service Oklahoma is required to report annually on the number of these licenses issued. The bill also updates existing language and statutory references, disallowing certain renewal options and allowing Service Oklahoma to create rules for implementation, including acceptable forms of identification for license replacement.
Moreover, the bill limits the duration of driver licenses issued to noncitizens to a maximum of four years or until the expiration of their valid documentation. It clarifies the renewal process, allowing licenses to be renewed upon application and payment of fees, with specific provisions for noncitizens to appear before a driver license examiner. The bill also includes provisions for individuals with certain convictions under the Sex Offenders Registration Act, allowing for a one-year renewal period with the possibility of yearly renewals. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2026.