Yes, they should accept a cable bill as a utility bill. DMV Form id44edl (the form to apply for a state ID card) says a utility bill is "a bill containing the applicant's name and address for any recurring service." Cable TV would be a recurring service. A cell phone bill would be acceptable too. Note that the bill has to be within the last 4 months. You can find the form at: - you should review this before applying, so you're sure you have all the proper paperwork before you stand in line.