Hawaii House Bill HB1783

Hawaii 2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/19/24
• Refer: 1/24/24

Caption

Relating To Identification Cards.

Impact

If enacted, HB1783 would significantly impact the state's laws related to identification by formalizing the recognition and usage of electronic credentials. The bill mandates that the system will be designed to ensure privacy and compliant security measures while establishing necessary procedures for the issuance and authentication of these electronic identities. The implementation of this electronic credential system is expected to provide ease for both credential holders and relying parties who need to verify identities for various transactions.

Summary

House Bill 1783 proposes the establishment of a regulatory framework for the issuance, use, and acceptance of electronic credentials in Hawaii. The bill amends Chapter 286 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes to introduce electronic credentials, which can serve as digital extensions of physical identification cards, such as driver’s licenses and civil identification cards. It aims to simplify and modernize the process of identifying individuals by leveraging technology to provide secure and verifiable electronic credentials that are compatible with existing systems.

Contention

While the bill aims to enhance efficiency in identification verification, it also raises concerns related to privacy and data security. There may be apprehensions from various stakeholders, including civil rights advocates, about the management and potential misuse of personal data associated with electronic credentials. Ensuring that the electronic credential system maximizes privacy protection and does not allow for tracking or unauthorized data compilation will be critical factors during legislative discussions.