Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to override the veto of a bill that authorizes state drivers licenses to certain undocumented persons.

Highlights:

• Authorizes individuals who are without proof of lawful presence, and therefore ineligible for a social security number, to be eligible for a Massachusetts drivers license if they meet the following requirements, such as (Sec. 1):

• Proof of identity and date of birth; and

• Proof of Massachusetts residency.

• Prohibits a license registrar from inquiring about, or create a record of an applicant’s citizenship or immigration status when processing an application for registration of a motor vehicle (Sec. 1).

Full Bill Text

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to override the veto of a bill that authorizes state drivers licenses to certain undocumented persons.

Highlights:

• Authorizes individuals who are without proof of lawful presence, and therefore ineligible for a social security number, to be eligible for a Massachusetts drivers license if they meet the following requirements, such as (Sec. 1):

• Proof of identity and date of birth; and

• Proof of Massachusetts residency.

• Prohibits a license registrar from inquiring about, or create a record of an applicant’s citizenship or immigration status when processing an application for registration of a motor vehicle (Sec. 1).

Full Bill Text

Full Bill Text

Full Bill Text