AP/WBFF

Immigrants across Maryland are urging state legislators and Gov. Martin O’Malley to retain driver’s licenses and provide in-state tuition for all Maryland residents, regardless of immigration status.

Del. Ana Sol Gutierrez said Monday evening in Spanish that she’s ready to fight “to the death” to protect access to licenses during an Annapolis rally that attracted hundreds of immigrants. Maryland is one of five states where motor vehicle officials do not require applicants to prove they are in the country legally before giving out driver’s licenses.

State lawmakers are considering many bills this legislative session that would change Maryland identification policies. Some lawmakers feel public safety is better when more people have licenses; others believe Maryland’s policy jeopardizes security.