Governor Walz Signs Bill Expanding Access to Driver's Licenses

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Governor Tim Walz today signed a bill into law expanding eligibility for a standard Minnesota driver's license by allowing Minnesotans, regardless of immigration status, to obtain a license. With an estimated 81,000 undocumented immigrants in Minnesota, the bill will increase safety across Minnesota by ensuring that all drivers are licensed, insured, and have taken driver's education courses. Governor Walz signed the bill alongside legislators, community, faith, labor, law enforcement, and immigrant advocates.

"Ensuring drivers in our state are licensed and carry insurance makes the roads safer for all Minnesotans," said Governor Walz. "As a longtime supporter of this bill, I am proud to finally sign it into law, making our roads safer and moving us toward our goal of making Minnesota the best state to raise a family for everyone ."

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