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SF3264 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Length of time a nonresident with a valid driver's license from another state and jurisdiction may operate a motor vehicle without being required to apply for Minnesota driver's license expansion

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to extend the time a new resident of Minnesota who holds a valid driver's license from another state or jurisdiction can drive in the state without obtaining a Minnesota driver's license.

Main Provisions

  • Extends the allowable period a person who becomes a Minnesota resident can drive using their out-of-state driver's license from 60 days to 180 days.
  • Clarifies that individuals with a valid commercial driver's license from another state are exempt from obtaining a Minnesota commercial driver's license for up to 30 days after establishing residency.

Significant Changes

  • Changes the length of time a new Minnesota resident can legally use an out-of-state driver's license from 60 days to 180 days.
  • No alterations for the exemption period, which remains 30 days for holders of out-of-state commercial driver's licenses.

Relevant Terms

  • Nonresident
  • Driver's License
  • Minnesota Residency
  • Commercial Driver's License
  • Code of Federal Regulations

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
April 02, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
April 02, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toTransportation

Citations

 
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