HB1244

House Bill 1244 establishes a legal framework for the issuance and use of a 'digitized driver's license' in Arkansas, starting February 1, 2025. It allows eligible drivers to pay a $10 fee to obtain a secure, verifiable digital version of their license via a mobile application. The bill defines a 'digitized driver's license' as an official data file that displays the license holder's current status, such as validity or suspension. It clarifies that presenting this digital license does not authorize law enforcement to access other data on a user's mobile device and mandates the return of the device after verification. The bill also specifies that the revenue from these fees will support the administration of the program by the Department of Finance and Administration. Finally, it outlines that both public and private entities may accept the digitized license for official purposes.