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.

Additionally, the bill sets a fee structure for the issuance and renewal of these permits, capped at $100, with provisions for the fee to be adjusted 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 required to implement the necessary rules and create the application form by January 1, 2026, with the act taking effect on September 1, 2025.

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