HB 5662 Summary

• Amends the 2006 driver education provider and instructor certification law to update definitions and requirements for adult driver training, teen driver training, and commercial vehicle driver training programs.

• Establishes application and renewal processes for driver education providers and instructors, including fees ($225 for adult/teen providers, $360 for commercial providers), surety bond requirements ($20,000-$50,000 depending on provider type), and criminal history checks.

• Requires driver education instructor preparation programs to consist of at least 4 courses covering driver task analysis, classroom knowledge, vehicle operation skills, and practicum, with courses taught by instructors holding a master's degree in education and valid driver education instructor certificates.

• Specifies record-keeping and reporting requirements for providers, including projected course schedules, course completion reports, year-end reports, and student instruction records containing dates, hours, registration data, and achievement records.

• Authorizes the Secretary of State to deny or revoke certificates for violations including removal from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration registry, multiple license suspensions, traffic convictions, or accumulation of 6 or more points within 2 years; allows mediation of disputes and investigation of complaints.