House Bill 924 Summary

• Allows persons with suspended driver's licenses due to non-compliance with child support orders to petition chancery court for a hardship license if suspension would hinder employment.

• Requires proof of hardship by clear and convincing evidence supported by independent documentation and a recommendation letter from the Mississippi Department of Human Services.

• Establishes a $25.00 fee for hardship licenses, which must look substantially different from regular licenses and cannot be used to operate commercial motor vehicles.

• Hardship licenses shall have a four-year term and restrict holders to driving only to work and religious services.

• Effective date: July 1, 2023.