❌ HB632
Allow driver's license or ID card to show Gold Star Family status
Current Status: Introduced In House
Summary
The bill allows a driver's license or state identification card to indicate that the holder is a Gold Star Family member, defined as an immediate family member of a person who died in a combat zone while serving in the U.S. armed forces. The registrar of motor vehicles will implement this change, requiring documentation to verify the Gold Star Family status.
Rationale
The bill introduces a government designation that could be seen as a form of special recognition or privilege, which conflicts with the LP's emphasis on individual rights and limited government intervention. The LPO's mixed score reflects some alignment with their support for individual rights but also acknowledges the potential for government overreach in designating certain groups.
Risks and Concerns
- Potential for government overreach in defining special statuses
- Increased bureaucracy in the issuance of identification
- Possibility of discrimination against non-Gold Star Family members