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MD SB87

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Judicial Proceedings

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the statutory requirement that photographs on Maryland identification cards, driver's licenses, and moped operator's permits must be in color
  • Applies to three sections of the Transportation Article: identification cards (12-301), noncommercial licenses (16-111.1), and moped permits/licenses (16-122)
  • Photographs will still be required, but the Motor Vehicle Administration gains discretion over whether they are color or otherwise
  • Effective date: October 1, 2026
  • Departmental bill requested by the Maryland Department of Transportation

Legislative Description

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

Motor Vehicle Administration

Last Action

Referred Environment and Transportation

2/20/2026

Committee Referrals

Environment and Transportation2/20/2026
Judicial Proceedings1/14/2026

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