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What Do We Know About Wyoming Mobile Driver’s Licenses?

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State of digital ID in Wyoming

On March 6, 2020, Governor Mark Gordon signed House Bill 05, authorizing digital driver’s licenses in the state of Wyoming. The technology, as of March 2020, was “at least 2-5 years from being ready for deployment in the general public.” Much research and work is being conducted to ensure that when the Wyoming mobile driver’s licenses make their debut, they are as secure as possible. The digital IDs would be a supplemental tool to physical IDs, meaning that residents will still need their physical driver’s licenses. 

Wyoming mobile driver’s licenses are expected to generate an extra $640,000 per year, assuming around 160,000 driver’s licenses are created and that 20-30% of residents in Wyoming participate in the mDL program. The cost of the digital driver’s license would be $10, with the physical license being $10 as well, totaling $20. 

We expect more information regarding the integration of mobile IDs in Wyoming to come soon. For now, keep updated on all states’ mobile driver’s licenses with IDScan.net.

Other Wyoming mDL resources

Governor Signs Act Creating Wyoming Digital Driver’s License (Oil City News)

Digital Driver’s License Pilot Comes to Wyoming (Government Technology)

Wyoming Could Soon Get Digital Driver’s lLcenses (Buckrail)

When Can We Expect Vermont Mobile IDs?

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State of digital ID in Vermont

Vermont is working toward implementing mobile driver’s licenses for its residents. S.99 includes measures to modernize the DMV. One of the measures included on this bill includes permitting digital IDs on residents’ phones. While these electronic licenses would aid in efficiency and convenience, they would not totally take the place of physical driver’s licenses and IDs. Vermont DMV commissioner Wanda Minoli explained that “the electronic credentials would be accessed through an app and could be used in many of the same cases as a physical ID.” Another DMV commissioner named Michael Smith mentioned that the app used for Vermont mobile IDs would allow for more privacy: residents would be able to choose which details to share with others. 

As of May 2023, there are no recent updates regarding the integration of Vermont mobile IDs. The bill is still being debated in the House of Representatives and Senate, but there is definite hope for the bill to be passed into law. Stay up to date with mobile driver’s licenses on IDScan.net. 

Other Vermont mDL resources

Final Reading: Vermont DMV Plans to Roll Out Mobile Driver’s Licenses (VTDigger)

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Mobile Driver’s Licenses Legal in Nevada

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State of digital ID in Nevada

Nevada lawmakers signed Senate Bill 204 in April of 2021, which allows license holders to possess an electronic version of their driver’s license or identification card. These mobile driver’s licenses would not take the place of physical licenses; residents will still need a physical copy of their license when driving. 

While the bill passed and is legal, Nevada has yet to develop/announce development of the mobile ID integration. There is no public knowledge as to when this integration will be announced, but we hope development will come soon. The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles mentioned implementation sometime between 2023 and 2025. Stay up to date with mobile driver’s licenses on IDScan.net.

Other Nevada mDL resources

Digital Driver’s Licenses Could Come to Nevada Within Years (8 News NOW)

Nevada DMV Unveils $114 Million Digital Transformation Plan (Reno Gazette Journal)

Montana Digital IDs: A Work in Progress

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State of digital ID in Montana

House Bill 519, allowing Montana digital IDs, quickly passed in the House of Representatives. The bill was proposed on February 13, 2023 and signed on April 26, 2023. Representative Braxton Mitchell introduced the bill to the House earlier this year and stated that “digital wallet smart phones use is a secure and encrypted method of holding vital information and that the data is protected against tampering or theft.” mDLs provide many advantages to their users, including convenience and privacy. These two factors are highly beneficial to residents and users of the service.

The state has no specific public ramifications regarding the implementation of Montana digital IDs, but we do know that they have been approved by the House of Representatives. Therefore, it can be assumed that Montana is doing research as to how it wants to implement mobile driver’s licenses for its residents in the near future. Keep up to date with Montana digital IDs, as well as other state’s implementations, with our United States mDL map.

Other Montana mDL resources

Digital Driver’s License Bill Going Through Montana House (ABC Fox Montana)

Montana House Bill 519 (Montana.gov)

When is the Indiana Mobile Driver’s License Coming?

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State of digital ID in Indiana

In May of 2019, Governor Eric Holcomb signed off on the implementation of an Indiana mobile driver’s license in the state by signing House Bill 1506. This bill included several components, many of which worked to increase efficiency at the BMV, as well as issue the Indiana mobile driver’s licenses to residents. While this bill was signed in 2019, the state is still waiting for it to be put into effect. In 2019, BMV officials told the press the mDL would be available by July of 2021. However, that did not happen, and there is no current timeline regarding the mDL availability.

BMV spokesperson Melissa Hook told the Indianapolis Business Journal that “Indiana is actively researching opportunities to bring a mobile driver’s license and ID card to Indiana, which includes cost projections and options for bringing this service to market.” Therefore, the state of Indiana seems to be working toward implementation with research toward an effective mDL program.

mDL Advantages

There are many advantages to mobile driver’s licenses, namely the security and convenience factors. mDLs are highly secure in that they do not reveal unnecessary information to others unless granted permission. For example, if pulled over by the police, one can show his or her mDL, and only significant information, such as age, will be displayed. These mobile driver’s licenses also offer convenience to residents with such easy accessibility, whether that be through an app or through the Apple Wallet feature. 

Indiana has no specific plan yet regarding how it will implement digital driver’s licenses for its residents. Indiana Representative Ed Soliday believes high turnover at the BMV may be the cause for such a delay on the program.

Other Indiana mDL resources

Indiana BMV to Offer Digital Driver’s Licenses, But When? (Indianapolis Business Journal)

Implementation Tracker Map: Indiana (mDL Connection)

Indiana House Bill 1506 (IN.gov)

When Will Mobile Driver’s Licenses be Available in New Hampshire?

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State of digital ID in New Hampshire

New Hampshire has no plan in place to implement mobile driver’s licenses for its residents. There are major benefits to enacting mobile driver’s licenses, however. Thales states the following on its website regarding the security of mDLs: “A Mobile Driver’s License is much more than a simple digital image of the physical version. That would be far too easy to tamper with or counterfeit. Instead, the Mobile Driver’s License uses advanced digital technology and high security coding known as cryptography to make sure it can’t be hacked, copied or modified. As a result, all your personal details are kept safe and sound and cannot be accessed by third parties without your consent, you are in control!”

So, although NH has yet to discuss plans of implementation, many other states in the U.S. are utilizing mobile driver’s licenses to their advantage. Hopefully, many other states will join the movement toward increased security for their citizens.

Other NH mDL resources

The State of NH and Gemalto [Thales] Go Live With a New Driver’s License Program (Thales)

Tennessee Considers Mobile Driver’s Licenses

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State of mDLs in Tennessee

Tennessee considers a bill that would lead to the implementation of mobile driver’s licenses (mDLs). SB0572/HB0545 calls discusses digital driver’s licenses for the state of Tennessee: “The department of safety is directed to perform a study of laws in this state and other states related to the implementation of a secure digital license system for authorizing persons to present or submit evidence of a driver license or photo identification license in an optional digital format in lieu of a physical license, and the use or development of a mobile software application capable of being utilized via a person’s electronic device to access a digital image of the person’s driver license or photo identification license.”

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Proposed legislation will be presented to representatives for review by January 1, 2024. So, it may be a while until Tennessee reaps the benefits of mobile driver’s licenses. These mDLs would provide various benefits to residents, including securing their safety when presenting their IDs. To learn more about the benefits of mDLs, visit IDScan.net.

Other Tennessee mDL resources

Tennessee General Assembly Could Examine Switching to Digital Licenses (WZTV)

Digital Driver’s License – Your ID In Your Smartphone (Thales)

New Bill Introduced to Create Digital License for TN Residents (Local3News)

Tennessee Aims to Join Growing Number of States Implementing Digital Driver’s License (NTD News)

Does South Carolina Offer a Mobile Driver’s License for Residents?

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State of digital ID in South Carolina

South Carolina hopes to join other states in adopting a mobile driver’s license soon. There is no specific information on the state’s progress in adopting mDLs; however, Greenville News touches on what spokesperson for the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles named Lauren Phillips said regarding the matter: “The state House of Representatives approved, and the Senate Finance Committee concurred with a proviso to study the topic and its adoption in the state. The proviso calls for the DMV to lead a study committee that will make recommendations on implementing and accepting mobile identities in South Carolina.” 

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Digital ID app for South Carolina

States such as Arizona, Maryland, and Colorado have implemented their mobile driver’s licenses into the Apple Wallet. Other states like Georgia have committed to utilizing the Apple Wallet to support their states’ mDLs. South Carolina may join these states in their commitment to implement Apple Wallet, or they may utilize a state-based app. Stay up to date with their decision of implementation details so that you may increase your personal security by using a mobile driver’s license.

Other South Carolina mDL resources

Can You Put a Digital Version of a SC driver’s License on Your iPhone Like Car Insurance Cards? (The State)

Will SC Join Other States in Offering Digital IDs via iPhone? (Greenville News)

What Do We Know About North Carolina mDLs?

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State of mDLs in North Carolina

North Carolina has no specific plans in place to enact a mobile driver’s license (mDL) feature for its residents. North Carolina’s Division of Motor Vehicles is working to make mDLs a reality for the state. 11 states currently have active mDL programs, while 11 other states have announced mDL programs or are in pilot programs. So, more than half of the United States does not yet have legislation regarding mobile driver’s licenses, and North Carolina is one of them. Because of this, there is not much information yet on the DMV’s progress toward this enactment. Stay up to date with the details of North Carolina’s implementation of mDLs.

Other North Carolina mDL resources

What Needs to Happen for North Carolina to Get Mobile Driver’s Licenses (WCNC)

North Carolina DMV Mobile Offices (North Carolina DMV)

Georgia Implements New Mobile Driver’s License

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Georgia has officially released their new mobile driver’s licenses (mDLs) . The new version of the Georgia state driver’s license is available through the Apple Wallet on both iPhones and Apple Watches. The state has now joined Arizona and Colorado in officially being integrated into the Apple Wallet, with more states on the way.

How to Get Set Up

To get your Georgia Mobile ID set up, you must first make sure you meet the technical requirements of an iPhone 8 or newer, and an Apple Watch Series 4 or newer. You must also have the latest iOS versions downloaded for both your phone and watch, two-factor authentication must be on, and you must be signed in with your Apple ID with your location set. Your physical ID card should also be clear and easily readable. If you meet the aforementioned requirements, Georgians can add the new Mobile ID by tapping the plus (+) button at the top right corner of the wallet app. From there, scan your Georgia ID, take a series of photos so that your identity can be verified, then submit your Mobile ID for verification. Once the state approves the ID, it will be added to your Apple Wallet.

Where Can You Use the New ID?

For now, Georgia residents will still need to carry their physical ID. The new Georgia mobile driver’s license will only be accepted at select TSA checkpoints, including Hartsfield-Jackson. However, in Atlanta, the new Georgia mobile driver’s license format is only applicable for TSA Precheck members. For any law enforcement stops or when needing to purchase age restricted products, Georgia residents will still need to show a copy of their physical ID.

Other states such as Louisiana and Florida offer state-operated apps for mobile IDs, differing from the Apple Wallet. The benefits of mDLs include “providing secure, convenient identity verification capable of reducing the use of expired, invalid and counterfeit IDs,” according to mDL Connection.

Other Georgia mDL resources

Georgians Can Now Add Driver’s License, State ID to Mobile Phone Wallet (11Alive)

Georgia Launches Digital Driver’s License and ID Option (WSB-TV)

TSA Enables Georgia Residents to Use Mobile Driver’s License or State ID for Verification at ATL (Transportation Security Administration)

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