California will soon expand its digital ID pilot program.

The California DMV Expands Digital Wallet Pilot ‌Program

The California DMV is set to expand its pilot program for​ a‌ digital wallet smartphone app, ⁣available for both Android⁢ and Apple phones. Currently, around⁣ 2,000 ⁣participants are actively⁣ using the service and providing ​feedback. The pool‌ of pilot participants will gradually expand in the⁢ coming weeks ⁢before a broader public rollout.

The state’s DMV is developing the new digital wallet to meet international standards. The⁣ goal is for it to be accepted not only across state borders but also in other countries.

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In January, California Gov. Gavin Newsom expressed excitement about the digital wallet during‌ the state’s budget ⁤proposal. He stated that ​California’s digital⁤ wallet would be ⁣unique and take it to the next level compared to other states.

Several states, including Arizona, Colorado, and Maryland, have already implemented a digital ID system.

California’s digital ⁤wallet app currently offers two items. The first is​ a digital driver’s license called a “Mobile Driver’s License” or mDL. The TSA PreCheck⁤ program accepts these IDs ⁢at various airports, including San Francisco, Los⁢ Angeles, and San Jose International Airports.

Users can also add an age verification ⁢ID called‍ TrueAge to the wallet. This allows them to prove their age​ for​ age-restricted purchases using a scannable QR code.

Currently, 16 ​businesses across California,⁣ Colorado, Hawaii, Michigan, and Minnesota accept TrueAge for age verification.

While the California DMV advises users to still carry a physical ID or driver’s license, the mDL provides an ⁢additional convenient option for identity verification. The DMV ensures‌ that users can⁢ share only necessary information, avoiding the disclosure of ⁤unnecessary details like their name or address. They are actively working with interested ‌groups to encourage broader acceptance of the Mobile Driver’s License.

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