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NY A00494
Bill
Status
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
William Magnarelli
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AI Summary
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Allows 17-year-olds to obtain a Class D or Class M driver's license after completing a driver education course at a licensed New York state driving school approved by the DMV commissioner, in addition to existing options through high schools and colleges
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Currently, driver education courses must be approved by both the State Education Department and DMV commissioner for high school/college programs; this bill adds DMV commissioner-only approval for licensed driving school courses
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Students must still submit proof of completing the minimum hours of supervised driving required under existing law
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Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Adds courses at a licensed New York state driving school approved by the commissioner of motor vehicles to the list of driver education providers.
Last Action
reported referred to ways and means
1/21/2026