Proof requirement of lawful presence in the United States to obtain driver's license or identification card
SF 1482 requires applicants for a Minnesota driver's license or identification card to provide proof of lawful presence in the United States. This bill amends Minnesota Statutes section 171.04, adding a new eligibility requirement that explicitly prohibits issuing licenses to applicants who fail to provide such proof. It directly affects all new applicants for driver's licenses or ID cards in Minnesota, including non-citizens who cannot verify lawful immigration status. The bill states its intent is to "enhance safety" and comply with federal law (U.S. Code Title 8, Section 1324), though it does not specify acceptable forms of proof.
Bill status
in committee
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Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 17, 2025
Last action Feb 17, 2025
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Feb 17, 2025
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Referred to Transportation
upper
Feb 17, 2025
Introduced
Introduction and first reading
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Glenn Gruenhagen
RRepublican
Co
Cal Bahr
RRepublican
Co
Eric Lucero
RRepublican
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