A bill for an act allowing counties to collect a fee for the issuance and renewal of driver's licenses and nonoperator's identification cards to persons who reside outside the county.(Formerly HSB 95; See HF 680.)
Impact
By permitting counties to collect this fee, HF267 will enable local governments to bolster their general funds, helping to offset costs related to the administration of driving privileges in their respective areas. This change particularly impacts counties that already engage in the issuance of drivers licenses and identification cards, providing them with more financial resources to manage these services effectively. The bill maintains protections for individuals who pay property taxes within the county, exempting them from the convenience fee if they can provide proof of tax payment.
Summary
House File 267 (HF267) introduces provisions allowing counties in Iowa to charge a convenience fee for the issuance and renewal of drivers licenses and nonoperator identification cards to individuals who reside outside of the county. This bill aims to address administrative and operational costs associated with processing these requests for non-residents. The convenience fee is set at ten dollars and is an addition to any existing fees that counties may impose under current law.
Contention
Debate around HF267 may arise regarding the fairness of imposing a fee on non-residents seeking to obtain drivers licenses or identification cards. Critics might express concerns about potential barriers it creates for individuals who do not reside in the county but still require these essential documents. Supporters may argue that the fee is necessary to ensure counties can sustain the operations of their licensing departments, especially as the volume of requests can vary significantly based on residency status.
Related
A bill for an act allowing counties to collect a fee for the issuance and renewal of driver's licenses and nonoperator's identification cards to persons who reside outside the county.(See HF 267, HF 680.)
Related
A bill for an act allowing counties to collect a fee for the issuance and renewal of driver's licenses and nonoperator's identification cards to persons who reside outside the county.(See SF 217.)
Similar To
A bill for an act allowing counties to collect a fee for the issuance and renewal of driver's licenses and nonoperator's identification cards to persons who reside outside the county.(Formerly SSB 1092.)
Similar To
A bill for an act allowing counties to collect a fee for the issuance and renewal of driver's licenses and nonoperator's identification cards to persons who reside outside the county.(Formerly HF 267, HSB 95.)