The bill amends South Dakota law to require that both motor vehicle operator's licenses and nondriver identification cards include an indication of the holder's United States citizenship status. Specifically, it adds a new requirement that the licenses and identification cards must bear an indication if the holder is a United States citizen. This change is reflected in the amendments to sections 32-12-17.10 and 32-12-17.2, where the new language is inserted to ensure that this information is clearly displayed on the documents.

Additionally, the bill maintains existing requirements for operator's licenses and nondriver identification cards, such as the inclusion of personal information like the holder's name, date of birth, and address, as well as security features to prevent forgery. The amendments also specify that the nondriver identification card must indicate if the holder has a living will or is a veteran, alongside the new citizenship status indication. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the identification process by ensuring that citizenship status is clearly marked on these important documents.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/15/2025: 32-12-17.10
Senate State Affairs Engrossed, 01/27/2025: 32-12-17.10, 32-12-17.2
House State Affairs Engrossed, 02/27/2025: 32-12-17.10, 32-12-17.2
Enrolled, 03/10/2025: 32-12-17.10, 32-12-17.2