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Florida residents could use electronic ID, registration if proposed bill passes

Posted at 8:36 PM, Jan 15, 2019
and last updated 2019-01-15 16:07:13-05

(WTXL) - Florida residents may be able to use electronic ID and registration if a proposed bill passes this legislative session. 

Florida could be one of the first 14 states to accept electronic identification, according to a South Florida Sun-Sentinel report. 

Tampa Rep. James Grant is expected to sponsor a bill that would allow drivers to use electronic credentials, as opposed to hard copies, for ID and registration during traffic stops, as well as for voting and purchasing liquor, according to the Sentinel. 

Florida drivers can already present proof of insurance electronically. 

The report also states the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administration is developing standard protocols to enable the use of digital licenses.