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    Arkansas Law to Allow for Blood Type on Driver's License

    Most of us don't have the option to include our blood type on our ID. Starting in 2026, though, that will change for Arkansans.

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    Arkansas driver with blood type on driver's license

    A new Arkansas law is making it easier for residents to take their health information on the road — literally.

    Starting in 2026, Arkansans will have the option to display their blood type on their driver's license or state-issued ID thanks to the recent passing of Arkansas House Bill 1315. The bill, which passed unanimously in both the Arkansas State House and Senate, came about after a conversation with a veteran constituent, Arkansas Sen. Tyler Dees told KNWA.

    "They said, ‘You know, when I served in the Army, our dog tags always had our blood type,'" Dees said, paraphrasing his constituent. "A simple conversation like that led to this new law."

    While entirely voluntary, the move could offer crucial benefits in emergency situations where every second counts.

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    What Other States Allow for Blood Types on Driver's Licenses?

    Not many! While it's a growing trend, only a few states currently have laws allowing for a blood type inclusion to a valid driver's license.

    While OBI donors in Arkansas are only months away from this change, our donors in Oklahoma and Texas won't be able to take part. Want to make a difference today? Let your representative know you'd like your state to follow this lifesaving trend.

    Contact Your Oklahoma Legislator Contact Your Texas Legislator

    Is Your Blood Type on Your Birth Certificate?

    While this is a commonly held belief, check your own birth certificate — if you were born in the United States — you won't see any mention of blood type. It's not standard practice in the U.S.

    Here's an Easy Way to Find Out Your Blood Type

    Come give blood with us! Not only will you find out your blood type, you'll also come away with the knowledge that you've just saved lives.

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