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RI S2419
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/30/2026
Primary Sponsor
Louis Dipalma
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AI Summary
- Authorizes driver education schools to continue offering the 33-hour Community College of Rhode Island approved curriculum in instructor-led virtual format until July 1, 2028
- Requires the State Board of Education to submit a report comparing test scores between virtual and in-person instruction to the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate by September 1, 2028
- Virtual instruction has been temporarily authorized since April 2020, with comparable exam scores between formats (90.94 average in-person vs. 89.58 average virtual)
- Applies to persons 18 years of age or younger seeking limited-instruction permits or licenses
- Aims to improve accessibility for students with physical, emotional, or learning challenges, as well as those in rural areas lacking classroom instruction options
Legislative Description
Permits continuation of instructor-led virtual instruction for drivers’ education for two-year period. Board of education required to provide report comparing test scores of virtual versus in-person instruction to house speaker and senate president.
Motor And Other Vehicles
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs
1/30/2026
Committee Referrals
Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs1/30/2026
Full Bill Text
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