HB1429

This bill modifies Arkansas law concerning the issuance of driver's licenses to individuals who are not U.S. citizens. It establishes a pathway for individuals who cannot provide evidence of legal presence in the U.S. to obtain a state-issued driver's license, provided they meet specific requirements. These requirements include presenting a foreign passport, providing a Social Security number or an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN), providing proof of Arkansas residency, and documenting three years of Arkansas state tax filings. Licenses issued under this specific provision must be clearly marked as 'Not valid for voter identification' and will expire after no more than four years. Applicants under this section are subject to an additional $100 fee to cover administrative costs and are explicitly prohibited from obtaining a commercial driver's license or permit. The bill also updates existing statutes regarding license revocation and the synchronization of license validity periods with federal immigration authorization for non-citizen residents.