H.B. 773 Summary

• Authorizes use of biometric identifiers (fingerprints, retinal and iris scans) as documentary evidence of identity when applying for duplicate civil identification cards in Hawaii.

• Requires civil identification card applicants to indicate on their application whether they consent or dissent to the use of their biometric identifiers as identity proof.

• Amends Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 286-306 to allow individuals who consent to use their biometric identifiers to satisfy documentary evidence requirements for obtaining duplicate identification cards.

• Directs the Director of Transportation to adopt administrative rules establishing types of biometric identifiers to be used, restrictions on their use, and methods for retrieving biometric identifiers.

• Takes effect upon approval; intended to assist low-income and unhoused residents who may lack traditional documentary evidence needed for duplicate identification cards.