Eliminates the photo image fee for veterans who have their license or identification cards amended with a veteran notation.
Summary
Bill A00819 seeks to amend the vehicle and traffic law in New York by eliminating the photo image fee for veterans who wish to have their driver's licenses or identification cards amended to include a veteran notation. This amendment is specifically aimed at recognizing the service of veterans by allowing them to update their identification without incurring additional costs. The bill proposes that no fees should be charged for such amendments, making it easier and more affordable for veterans to obtain identification that acknowledges their military service.
Impact
If enacted, this bill will have a direct impact on veterans in New York by removing financial barriers associated with updating their identification to reflect their status as veterans. The elimination of the photo image fee will simplify the process for veterans and encourage them to obtain the veteran notation on their licenses or IDs. This change will also align with other state efforts to honor and support veterans, potentially increasing the number of veterans who carry identification that recognizes their service.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding Bill A00819 appears to be positive, as it is designed to benefit veterans without imposing any additional fees. While there are no recorded votes or committee discussions available, the nature of the bill suggests broad support among legislators who prioritize veteran affairs and seek to ease the financial burden on those who have served in the military.
Contention
There are currently no notable points of contention regarding Bill A00819, as it is focused on providing a benefit to veterans without imposing new fees or regulations. However, potential opposition could arise from concerns about the financial implications for the state in terms of lost revenue from the waived fees, although such concerns have not been documented in the available discussions or voting history.
Permitting homeless veterans to use alternative forms of proof of identity and residency when applying for nondriver identification cards and eliminating fees for homeless veterans to obtain birth certificates for purposes of nondriver identification card applications.
Authorizes the department of motor vehicles to accept a certificate of release or discharge from active duty issued by the United States department of defense (DD form 214), a veteran identification card issued by the United States department of veterans affairs, or a veterans health identification card issued by the United States department of veterans affairs from veterans of the military as acceptable proofs of identity when applying for a driver license or state identification card.
Authorizes the department of motor vehicles to accept a certificate of release or discharge from active duty issued by the United States department of defense (DD form 214), a veteran identification card issued by the United States department of veterans affairs, or a veterans health identification card issued by the United States department of veterans affairs from veterans of the military as acceptable proofs of identity when applying for a driver license or state identification card.
Directs the commissioner of motor vehicles to provide a space on the forms of identification cards and licenses for a notation for returned peace corps volunteers.
Directs the commissioner of motor vehicles to provide a space on the forms of identification cards and licenses for a notation for returned peace corps volunteers