H.F. 4428 Summary

• Allows applicants to voluntarily provide names and contact information for up to three emergency contacts when applying for a Minnesota driver's license, instruction permit, or identification card.

• Requires the commissioner of driver and vehicle services to maintain electronic records of emergency contact information as private data on individuals.

• Authorizes peace officers, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, and authorized emergency department staff to access emergency contact information to notify contacts regarding emergencies.

• Effective date of July 1, 2019 for both amendments to the driver's license application requirements and the new emergency contacts data maintenance provision.