Bill > AB2189

This bill makes several changes related to driver's licenses and vehicle rentals. It clarifies that "rental companies" are exempt from certain requirements in Section 14608 of the Vehicle Code if they rent vehicles through membership agreements that allow keyless access via codes or cards, especially for rentals outside of regular business hours. The bill also amends Section 12801 of the Vehicle Code to state that while Social Security account numbers are generally required for driver's license applications, individuals authorized to be in the U.S. but ineligible for a Social Security number can still obtain a license if they meet all other qualifications. Additionally, it adds Section 12801.6 to the Vehicle Code, specifying that federal documents showing acceptance into the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program satisfy requirements for proving authorized presence, and allows the department to issue licenses to such individuals who provide either a Social Security number or proof of ineligibility for one. The bill also codifies the intent to allow individuals with federally authorized presence in the U.S. but without Social Security numbers to obtain driver's licenses, referencing a previous court case.