MS HB739

Authorizes chancery courts to issue hardship driver's licenses to individuals whose licenses were suspended for noncompliance with child support or spousal support orders if the person demonstrates clear and convincing evidence that license suspension would prevent employment.

Requires the Mississippi Department of Human Services to provide a written recommendation supporting the hardship license before a court can grant one.

Establishes a $25.00 fee for hardship licenses, which are valid for four years and can only be used to drive to work and religious services.

Requires hardship licenses to look substantially different from regular licenses and prohibits their issuance for commercial motor vehicle operation.

Takes effect July 1, 2025.