The bill proposes the creation of a new category of driver's permits in Texas, specifically the Texas conditional driver's permit, provisional Texas conditional driver's permit, and Texas conditional learner permit. It establishes eligibility criteria for these permits, which include residency requirements, completion of a driver education course, and a criminal history check. The permits will serve as proof of identity for driving purposes only and will not be valid for federal identification, such as voting. The bill also outlines the application process, which requires various forms of identification and personal information, and mandates that the Department of Public Safety adopt rules for implementation by January 1, 2026.

Additionally, the bill sets a fee structure for the issuance or renewal of these permits, capped at $100, and allows for adjustments based on administrative costs. The permits will have specific expiration dates, with the Texas conditional driver's permit expiring two years after issuance, while the provisional and learner permits will expire on the holder's 18th birthday. The Department of Public Safety is tasked with creating the necessary application forms and rules to facilitate the implementation of this new permitting system, with the law taking effect on September 1, 2025.

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