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MD HB248

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Environment and Transportation

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the statutory requirement that photographs on Maryland identification cards, driver's licenses, and moped operator's permits be in color
  • Affects three sections of the Transportation Article: identification cards (§12-301), noncommercial Class A, B, C, or M licenses (§16-111.1), and moped operator's permits (§16-122)
  • Photographs will still be required and must follow procedures established by the Motor Vehicle Administration, but the color specification is eliminated
  • Introduced as a departmental bill requested by the Maryland Department of Transportation
  • Effective date: October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Motor Vehicle Administration - Identification Cards, Licenses, and Permits - Repeal of Color Photograph Requirement

Motor Vehicle Administration

Last Action

Favorable Report by Environment and Transportation

3/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Environment and Transportation1/14/2026

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