Indiana · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 296: Driving privilege cards.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 296 is a bill introduced in the Indiana Senate on January 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Driving privilege cards. Primary sponsor: Stacey Donato (Republican), David Niezgodski (Democratic), Blake Doriot (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 30, 2025): Senators Alting and Bassler added as coauthors.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Provides that an individual who is an Indiana resident and cannot provide proof of identity and lawful status in the United States may apply for a driving privilege card to obtain driving privileges. Sets forth the requirements to obtain a driving privilege card. Provides that a driving privilege card may not be used as identification for any state or federal purpose (other than to confer driving privileges), for the purpose of voting, or to verify employment. Requires an individual who holds a driving privilege card and operates a motor vehicle to verify and continuously maintain financial responsibility on any motor vehicle operated by the individual who holds the driving privilege card in the amount required by law. Provides that the bureau of motor vehicles may not disclose certain information unless presented with a lawful court order or judicial warrant. Requires an applicant for a driving privilege card or driving privilege card renewal to sign up for selective service. Requires the bureau of motor vehicles to submit an annual report to the legislative council and the interim study committee on roads and transportation. Makes conforming amendments. Makes technical corrections.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stacey Donato | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 18 |
| David Niezgodski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Blake Doriot | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 12 |
| Ron Alting | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 22 |
| Eric Bassler | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 39 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Senators Alting and Bassler added as coauthors
- Authored by Senators Doriot, Niezgodski, Donato
- First reading: referred to Committee on Homeland Security and Transportation