S 2905
An Act providing for mobile driver’s licenses in the commonwealth
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Bill overview
This bill would allow Massachusetts drivers to use a mobile app on their smartphones to access and display their driver’s license information. The app would provide a digital version of the license, offering convenience and potentially reducing the need for physical licenses. It aims to modernize the driver’s license system within the state.
Key provisions
- Allows drivers to access a digital version of their driver’s license through a mobile app.
- The app would display license information, including photo and license number.
- The bill establishes a framework for the implementation of mobile driver’s licenses.
- It outlines security measures for the digital license.
- The app would be integrated with existing driver services.
- The bill addresses data privacy and security concerns related to mobile licenses.
- It specifies requirements for the app developer and the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV).
Who is affected
- Massachusetts drivers
- The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV)
- Technology developers
- Consumers
- State government
Notable changes
- Introduces a mobile driver’s license system in Massachusetts.
- Potentially reduces the need for physical driver’s licenses.
- Aligns Massachusetts with other states adopting similar technology.
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Bill S.2905 194th (Current)
An Act providing for mobile driver’s licenses in the commonwealth
By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2905) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Julian Cyr for legislation to provide for mobile driver’s licenses in the commonwealth. Transportation.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Julian Cyr Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Transportation
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Bill History
Displaying 9 actions for Bill S.2905
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 9/18/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently |
| 10/2/2025 | Senate | Rules suspended |
| 10/2/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Transportation |
| 1/12/2026 | House | House concurred |
| 2/11/2026 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 03/03/2026 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 3/3/2026 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 03/03/2026 from 01:00 PM-02:45 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 3/19/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3024 |
| 3/23/2026 | Senate | Recommitted to the committee on Transportation |
| 4/30/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Friday July 31, 2026 |
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