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HB 8099·RI·house

AN ACT RELATING TO MOTOR AND OTHER VEHICLES -- STATE IDENTIFICATION CARDS FOR MINORS WITHOUT RESIDENCE ACT

IntroducedFiled Feb 27, 2026
Sponsor: Newberry
Latest Action

04/16/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 16, 2026

Summary

The bill creates a new chapter that lets minors ages 14 to 17 who lack a permanent residence receive a state identification card from the DMV at no cost. It also lets 16‑year‑old youths without an address or in state custody obtain a certified copy of their birth certificate without a parent’s signature. The measures aim to give vulnerable youths easier access to identification and essential services.

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