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AL SB74

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/7/2012

Primary Sponsor

Paul Sanford

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Origin

Senate

Regular Session 2012

AI Summary

  • Adds an unexpired United States military identification card to acceptable documentation for establishing eligibility to enter into business transactions with Alabama state and political subdivisions.

  • Military ID card must be for active duty, reserve, or retired personnel and must display an identifiable photo.

  • Allows military ID card as an alternative to other required documentation, including citizenship papers or federal verification through the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements program.

  • Applies to all business transactions defined in the law, including motor vehicle license plates, driver's licenses, nondriver identification cards, and business licenses (excluding marriage licenses).

  • Takes effect on the first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor.

Legislative Description

Immigration, legal status and/or proof of citizenship, valid documents for voter registration, same documents applicable for business transaction, military identification added as valid document, Act 2011-535, 2011 Reg. Sess. am'd.; Sec. 31-13-29 am'd.

Elections

Last Action

Read for the first time and referred to the Senate committee on Veterans and Military Affairs

2/7/2012

Committee Referrals

Veterans and Military Affairs2/7/2012

Full Bill Text

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