H 3716
An Act relative to electronic scanning of identification
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Bill overview
This bill, An Act relative to electronic scanning of identification, proposes to allow for the electronic scanning of identification documents at various locations, potentially including transportation hubs and other public spaces. The goal is to streamline identification verification processes and improve efficiency. The bill is currently under review by the House Committee on Transportation and Steering, Policy and Scheduling.
Key provisions
- Allows for the electronic scanning of identification documents.
- Specifies potential locations where scanning may be implemented.
- Addresses data security and privacy concerns related to the scanning process.
- Requires the creation of guidelines for the implementation of electronic scanning.
- Establishes a process for reviewing and updating the guidelines.
Who is affected
- Individuals presenting identification.
- Transportation agencies and authorities.
- Government officials responsible for identification verification.
- Businesses and organizations requiring identification verification.
Notable changes
- Introduces a system for electronic identification scanning.
- Potentially reduces wait times and improves efficiency in identification verification.
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Primary sponsor
Michael P. Kushmerek
Cosponsor
Michael P. Kushmerek
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Bill H.3716 194th (Current)
An Act relative to electronic scanning of identification
By Representative Kushmerek of Fitchburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3716) of Michael P. Kushmerek relative to electronic scanning of identification. Transportation.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Michael P. Kushmerek Status: Referred to House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading
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Bill History
Displaying 7 actions for Bill H.3716
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Transportation |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/25/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/07/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 12/24/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling |
| 1/20/2026 | House | Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting |
| 1/20/2026 | House | Rules suspended |
| 1/20/2026 | House | Read second and ordered to a third reading |
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