This isn't a solution, this is passing the buck.

"Opponents of the rules say they have had a chilling effect on Prince William's once-thriving Latino community, prompting even legal immigrants to flee a hostile environment. "

According to the most recent census, 15% of the population is Hispanic, but less than 5% is illegal. It is shameful when policies that promote "hostile environments" that would make that 10% feel persecuted is applauded. If you wanted to save money, a better solution would be to simply cut ESL classes altogether. Children would assimilate faster, and they don't really need them.

FYI, Northeastern states (i.e. my neck of the woods) have had legal residency requirements for drivers licenses for YEARS now. States that do not do so are in the minority (not the majority).