OH HB78

Authorizes Ohio residents to use a digital driver's license or state identification card stored on a mobile phone app as valid proof of identity when requested by state employees, officials, or peace officers

Requires the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to develop and administer the digital ID program, including identity verification through selfies and data matching against Department of Public Safety records

Mandates that users must possess a valid physical driver's license or ID card to qualify for the digital version, with procedures established for expired, suspended, or revoked credentials

Amends election law to explicitly include digital licenses and IDs as acceptable photo identification for voting purposes

Restricts requestors viewing a digital ID to only the identity information displayed, prohibiting access to other device content, and places liability for device damage on the user unless the requestor acts purposely, knowingly, or recklessly