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California DMV Pushes National License Database, Privacy Groups Alarmed

4/28/2026

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California DMV will upload driver’s license data to a national database run by the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators.
The upload is intended to meet Real ID requirements and awaits $55 million legislative approval.
Advocates warn the plan threatens privacy of over one million undocumented residents, violates the 2013 AB 60 promise, and may strip California of data control because the private association is not subject to FOIA.

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Story summary

California DMV will upload driver’s license data to a national database run by the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators.
The upload is intended to meet Real ID requirements and awaits $55 million legislative approval.
Advocates warn the plan threatens privacy of over one million undocumented residents, violates the 2013 AB 60 promise, and may strip California of data control because the private association is not subject to FOIA.