SF3264

SF3264 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Length of time a nonresident with a valid driver's license from another state and jurisdiction may operate a motor vehicle without being required to apply for Minnesota driver's license expansion

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to amend the current Minnesota Statutes to change the amount of time a new resident, who holds a valid driver's license from another state or jurisdiction, can legally drive in Minnesota without needing to obtain a Minnesota driver's license.

Main Provisions

Extended Time for New Residents: The bill proposes to extend the grace period for new Minnesota residents to drive without a Minnesota driver's license from the current 60 days to 180 days. This applies to individuals who have a valid driver's license from another state or jurisdiction.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Holders: There is no change in the grace period for those with a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) from another state or jurisdiction, which remains at 30 days after establishing residency in Minnesota.
Nonresident Drivers: The bill outlines various exemptions for nonresidents, such as allowing those with a valid driver's license from another location to operate vehicles within Minnesota.

Significant Changes

The main significant change is the extension of time from 60 days to 180 days for new residents to continue using their out-of-state driver's license before obtaining a Minnesota license.

Relevant Terms

Minnesota driver's license
Grace period
Nonresident drivers
Commercial driver’s license (CDL)
Residency requirements

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
April 02, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
April 02, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
April 02, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Referred to	Transportation

Citations

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