An Act providing for mobile driver’s licenses in the commonwealth
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill would allow Massachusetts drivers to use a mobile app on their smartphones as a driver’s license. The Registrar of Motor Vehicles would be responsible for establishing and maintaining this electronic credential system. Drivers would be able to access a digital version of their license through the app, potentially reducing the need to carry a physical card. This initiative aims to modernize driver identification in the state.
Key provisions
- Establishment of a mobile driver’s license system.
- The Registrar of Motor Vehicles would oversee the system's operation.
- Drivers would access the license through a smartphone app.
- The app would serve as a valid form of identification.
- The system would need to meet security standards.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts drivers
- The Registrar of Motor Vehicles
- Motor Vehicle Department
Notable changes
- Introduces a digital alternative to traditional paper driver’s licenses.
- Could reduce the need for drivers to carry physical identification.
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Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Jack Patrick Lewis
Cosponsor
Jack Patrick Lewis
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