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MS HB511
Bill
Status
3/15/2010
Primary Sponsor
Shaun Walley
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AI Summary
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Allows the Department of Public Safety to accept certification of successful completion from a secondary school driver education program in lieu of administering written and skill tests for obtaining a driver's license.
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Driver education programs must meet standards established by the Department of Public Safety to qualify for this certification acceptance.
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Requires the Commissioner of Public Safety and State Board of Education to jointly promulgate rules and regulations for administering this program.
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Maintains existing testing requirements for applicants who do not complete a qualifying driver education program, including road sign comprehension, safe operation knowledge, and vehicle inspection.
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Effective date is July 1, 2010.
Legislative Description
Driver's license examination; allow DPS to accept certification of completion of skills and knowledge in driver's ed program in lieu of.
Last Action
Approved by Governor
3/15/2010