MA H3735

Allows applicants who cannot provide proof of lawful presence or a social security number to obtain a Massachusetts identification card if they prove identity, date of birth, and state residency

Prohibits the registrar from inquiring about or recording citizenship or immigration status when processing ID card applications or vehicle registrations, except as required by federal voter registration laws

Distinguishes between standard Massachusetts identification cards and REAL ID-compliant cards, limiting REAL ID requirements to only those seeking federal-compliant credentials

Permits holders of expired REAL ID-compliant cards who can no longer prove lawful presence to transition to a standard Massachusetts identification card

Classifies all applicant information—including personal data, photographs, and communications with the registrar—as non-public records, prohibiting disclosure except as required by federal law or attorney general regulations