On a regional pilot project basis, the department may issue an identification card to a person eligible for Medi-Cal program benefits under Section 14005.1, 14005.4, or 14005.7 who is certified, but is not in possession of a valid California driver’s license or identification card issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles. The identification card shall contain his or her picture, social security number, identifying characteristics, and signature. This provision shall not apply to:

(a) Persons age 12 and under.

(b) Recipients of aid under Title XVI of the Social Security Act.

(c) Persons in long-term institutional status.

(Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 327, Sec. 224. Effective June 30, 1982.)