In the interest of recognizing veterans for their service and sacrifice, I pushed for the passage of my legislation to allow retired and honorably discharged veterans to have a “VETERAN” designation on their driver’s license or identification card.

Veterans give up so much in serving our country and protecting our freedoms.

As more and more service men and women return home from war zones, a “VETERAN” designation on their driver’s license will be an easier way to prove their eligibility for education and social benefits as well as employment opportunities.

Senate Bill 1355 would allow the Department of Motor Vehicles to designate an individual’s status as a retired veteran or a veteran discharged under honorable conditions on the front of the driver’s license or identification card.