HB 1614 - DIGEST

Defines the late merge zipper method as follows: It applies when two lanes are merging, and consists of drivers using both lanes of traffic until reaching the defined merge area, and then alternating in zipper fashion into the single lane.

Requires the driver licensing examination to include testing on the late merge zipper method.

Requires the department of licensing to provide instructional information on the late merge zipper method and make it available for viewing to driver's license renewal applicants who request a renewal at a licensing office.

Requires the curriculum developed and maintained by the department of licensing and the office of the superintendent of public instruction to include the late merge zipper method.

Requires the instructional material used in driver training schools to include the late merge zipper method.