Proposed digital ID would be disallowed for use when voting, interacting with law enforcement

By: Ben Solis

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: February 24, 2026

Words: 921

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 2 days ago

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A reintroduced legislative package that would allow the state to issue digital, mobile phone identification cards was back before a Senate panel on Tuesday, but they face a series of challenges before they move forward, including concerns over privacy and their overall usefulness in key situations.

The package — Senate Bills 617, 618, 619, 620 and 621 — were up for discussion before the Senate Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. The …

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