FINAL BILL REPORT

SB 5518

C 104 L 01

Synopsis as Enacted

Brief Description:  Waiving the motorcycle exam for trained operators.

Sponsors:  Senators Horn, T. Sheldon and Roach; by request of Department of Licensing.

Senate Committee on Transportation

House Committee on Transportation

Background:  The Department of Licensing (DOL) currently contracts with seven outside entities to provide the motorcycle safety education program.  Even after a person successfully completes the program, he or she must still complete the motorcycle endorsement written and skills examination.

Summary:  DOL may waive all or a portion of the motorcycle endorsement examination for people who satisfactorily complete the motorcycle operator training and education program.

Votes on Final Passage:

Senate480

House     94 0

Effective:  July 22, 2001