Free Driver's License or State ID (100% Disabled) - PROPOSED, NOT ENACTED
Proposed exemption from driver's license and personal ID card fees for 100% disabled veterans. NOT currently law — the 2023 bill (HB25) died in committee.
State BenefitKentuckyTransportation
Verified May 12, 2026 against apps.legislature.ky.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Transportation — Kentucky
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 100% or higher
- Estimated value
- Not currently available (proposed legislation did not pass)
- Where it applies
- Kentucky
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Free Driver's License or State ID (100% Disabled) - PROPOSED, NOT ENACTED?
Free Driver's License or State ID (100% Disabled) - PROPOSED, NOT ENACTED is a Kentucky transportation benefit for veterans. Proposed exemption from driver's license and personal ID card fees for 100% disabled veterans. NOT currently law — the 2023 bill (HB25) died in committee. Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is Not currently available (proposed legislation did not pass).
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- Kentucky residency
What Free Driver's License or State ID (100% Disabled) - PROPOSED, NOT ENACTED covers
Status
NOT in effect. HB25 (2023 Regular Session) would have amended KRS 186.531 to exempt 100% service-connected disabled veterans from fees for a voluntary travel ID, standard personal ID card, or operator's license. The bill died in committee in 2023 without passage, and no successor has been enacted as of mid-2026. 100% disabled veterans currently pay standard license fees ($20-$48). Verify with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet before relying on this benefit.
If enacted in the future, the exemption would save the standard KY license fee.
How to apply (if/when enacted): Apply at a Kentucky Driver Licensing Regional Office with VA disability documentation.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- apps.legislature.ky.gov
- Apply at
- drive.ky.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Free Driver's License or State ID (100% Disabled) - PROPOSED, NOT ENACTED
Who qualifies for Free Driver's License or State ID (100% Disabled) - PROPOSED, NOT ENACTED?
Free Driver's License or State ID (100% Disabled) - PROPOSED, NOT ENACTED is for Veterans; requires 100%+ VA disability rating; kentucky residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Free Driver's License or State ID (100% Disabled) - PROPOSED, NOT ENACTED?
Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Free Driver's License or State ID (100% Disabled) - PROPOSED, NOT ENACTED worth?
The listed value is Not currently available (proposed legislation did not pass). Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Free Driver's License or State ID (100% Disabled) - PROPOSED, NOT ENACTED?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Free Driver's License or State ID (100% Disabled) - PROPOSED, NOT ENACTED?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.
Other Kentucky Transportation
- Disabled Veteran License Plate (50%+ Disability)Specialty Disabled Veteran license plate for veterans rated 50%+ with $26 initial and renewal fees.
- Disabled Veteran License Plate (No Fee, 100% Disabled)Free plate and renewalsFree license plate with no purchase or renewal fees for 100% disabled veterans.