The bill aims to enhance access to documents issued by the Department of Licensing by clarifying application requirements for minors, modifying the criteria for at-cost identicards, and studying the feasibility of reduced-fee identicards. Key amendments include allowing a "responsible adult" to sign applications for minors seeking a driver's license, in addition to parents, guardians, or employers. The definition of "immediate family" has been expanded, and the age threshold for certain requirements has been updated from 18 to 25 years. The bill also stipulates that the fee for identicards will be reduced to the actual cost of production for specific groups, including public assistance recipients and individuals under 25 without a permanent residence.

Additionally, the bill mandates the Department of Licensing to conduct a study on the feasibility of offering reduced-fee identicards, examining the current costs and their impact on families with limited resources, as well as reviewing practices in other states. The findings and recommendations from this study are to be reported to the governor and legislative transportation committees by December 1, 2025. The provisions of the bill will take effect on January 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 46.20.075, 46.20.100, 46.20.117
Bill as Passed Legislature: 46.20.075, 46.20.100, 46.20.117
Session Law: 46.20.075, 46.20.100, 46.20.117