Representative Dovilla Votes in Support of Bill to Streamline BMV License Renewal Notification Process

State Representative Mike Dovilla (R-Berea) today voted in support of House Bill 258 - legislation that would streamline the Registrar of Motor Vehicles' license renewal process by electronically notifying Ohioans to renew their license no less than 15 days before it expires.

Currently, Ohioans are notified by mail that their license has expired after the expiration date has already passed. The bill would create the option for Ohioans to be electronically reminded of their upcoming license renewal and potentially reduce the mailing costs for the BMV to send expiration notices.

"Ohioans expect efficiency and common sense from their state government," said Representative Dovilla. "By allowing electronic reminders for license renewals, we're helping our residents stay on top of routine tasks while reducing costs and improving service delivery at the BMV."

From 2022 to 2024, the BMV issued an average of 2,004,440 state credentials annually, which includes driver licenses, commercial driver licenses, and state identification cards.

House Bill 258 now goes to the Senate for consideration.