The bill aims to enhance the process of obtaining state identification cards for individuals in state custody or care, specifically those incarcerated or in community custody. It mandates that the Department of Corrections develop individual reentry plans for incarcerated individuals, which must include provisions for maintaining family contact, an individualized portfolio of achievements, and a comprehensive plan for successful reintegration into the community. Notably, the bill requires that every consenting incarcerated individual who has been confined for 60 days or longer must possess a valid identicard or driver's license prior to their release. The Department of Corrections is responsible for covering any application fees and ensuring that the issuance of these identification cards does not delay the individual's release.

Additionally, the bill introduces new sections that require various facilities, including state hospitals and residential treatment centers, to ensure that every consenting patient has a valid identicard before their release. These facilities must also cover application fees, provide necessary photos, and obtain acceptable signatures for the identicard. The bill outlines the responsibilities of the Department of Licensing to assist incarcerated individuals in obtaining their identification and establishes a timeline for implementation, with an effective date set for January 1, 2025. If specific funding for the bill is not provided by June 30, 2024, the act will be null and void.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 72.09.270, 46.20.035, 46.20.117, 46.20.286
Substitute Bill: 72.09.270, 46.20.035, 46.20.117, 46.20.286
Second Substitute: 72.09.270, 46.20.035, 46.20.117, 46.20.286
Engrossed Second Substitute: 72.09.270, 46.20.035, 46.20.117, 46.20.286
Bill as Passed Legislature: 72.09.270, 46.20.035, 46.20.117, 46.20.286
Session Law: 72.09.270, 46.20.035, 46.20.117, 46.20.286