Wilson bill to ease minors’ access to ID cards signed into law

OLYMPIA – Minors will have an easier time applying for driver licenses and gaining basic ID cards commonly used for a wide range of identification purposes, under legislation signed into law today. “For far too long, the only people authorized to sign a minor’s driver license application have been a parent, guardian or employer,” said Sen. Claire Wilson (D-Auburn), the bill’s sponsor. “This prevents many youths living with other family members, or in foster care, or in other circumstances, from obtaining a driver’s license. And guess what – this is a major barrier to the everyday needs of today’s youths.” SB 5800, sponsored by Wilson at the request of the state Department of Licensing, will broadly extend the authority to sign ...

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