Kentucky suspends duplicate license, vehicle document fees for severe weather survivors
FRANKFORT, Ky. (FOX 56) — An executive order waived fees and suspended certain requirements for duplicate ID cards, driver's licenses, vehicle registrations, and titles in some Kentucky counties
On Tuesday, Gov. Andy Beshear issued an executive order to remove obstacles for Kentuckians after recent devastating weather.
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'We have Kentuckians that are hurting right now, and the last thing we need them worrying about is having basic essentials,' said Gov. Beshear. 'In our darkest moments, it is the smallest acts that slowly restore the promise of hope. This is just one small step of many that we're taking to help families recover and rebuild their lives.'
The order applies to Kentucky residents of Caldwell, Christian, Laurel, Pulaski, Russell, Todd, Trigg, and Union counties, and any other county included in a presidential major disaster area declaration or amended presidential major disaster area declaration for the duration of the state of emergency.
Residents can apply for duplicate license credentials at any Driver Licensing Regional Office and duplicate vehicle registrations and titles at their county clerk's office, and the fees will be waived.
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'This action ensures people aren't burdened by unnecessary costs or paperwork while navigating the fallout from this disaster,' Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Secretary Jim Gray said. 'Team Kentucky is committed to removing barriers and helping communities recover until the job is done.'
More information can be found online.
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