HB 2714-S - DIGEST


(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE)


Requires the department of licensing, in cooperation with the age and driving advisory committee established in this act, to conduct a study of the effects of aging on driving ability to develop a comprehensive approach to licensing drivers and certification of driver fitness.

Directs the department to appoint the age and driving advisory committee to participate in the study.

Provides that the committee shall assist the department in reviewing existing studies and other available information to identify where gaps exist in understanding the issues and potential solutions associated with an aging driving population, and to develop recommendations for administrative and legislative action.

Requires the department to provide a status report to the legislature on December 1, 2004, and a final report on October 1, 2005.