MS HB1044

Establishes new fee schedule for driver's licenses, identification cards, and related services administered by the Department of Public Safety, effective October 1, 2014.

Creates card stock fee account to cover actual production costs of licenses and identification cards, with excess funds used for photography, fraud deterrence, and driver's license technology initiatives.

Standardizes identification card validity periods to four or eight years (at applicant option) expiring on cardholder's birthday, with renewal allowed within six months before expiration.

Consolidates fee-setting authority with the Commissioner of Public Safety, requiring administrative rule filings with the Secretary of State under the Administrative Procedures Act.

Reorganizes commercial driver's license (CDL) fees and requirements, including hazardous materials endorsements, tanker endorsements, and passenger endorsements, with specific fee amounts prescribed for each license type and service.