what if my license is expired, can I still use it and not need someone else in the car while I drive?
If you have a NY State learner permit, and you do not have a valid foreign driver license, NY State law requires a supervising driver to ride with you. The supervising driver must be age 21 or over and must have a valid driver license to operate the vehicle that you drive.
will I run into any problems at the DMV if I have temporary visitor status that has been extended?
When you are ready to renew you will have to go to a DMV office with your updated paperwork from the United States Department of Homeland Security.   We will update our records to show that your Temporary Visitor status has been extended so you can renew your license. Your new license will have your new temporary visitor expiration date.