New York S06188 amends the vehicle and traffic law to allow alternate forms of identification for driver's license applicants without a Social.

New York S06188 amends the vehicle and traffic law to allow applicants for a driver's license who do not have a Social Security Number or Individual Tax Identification Number to use alternate forms of identification. Acceptable proof of identity includes foreign passports, valid documentation issued by USCIS, and consular identification documents. Eligibility for a driver's license is not conditioned on a particular immigration status. The commissioner may also require a photo image of the applicant.

New York S06188 amends the vehicle and traffic law to allow alternate forms of identification for driver's license applicants without a Social.

New York S06188 amends the vehicle and traffic law to allow applicants for a driver's license who do not have a Social Security Number or Individual Tax Identification Number to use alternate forms of identification. Acceptable proof of identity includes foreign passports, valid documentation issued by USCIS, and consular identification documents. Eligibility for a driver's license is not conditioned on a particular immigration status. The commissioner may also require a photo image of the applicant.