HB 2169 - DIGEST

Finds that currently in the state of Washington, race car driving schools are not subject to any form of licensing or regulation. The lack of oversight and industry accountability creates a potential for the operation of unsafe equipment and the employment of inconsistent safety standards.

Finds that no state in the United States regulates this industry and most of the schools in Washington state operate in the absence of critical safety policies and practices, such as having standby emergency care staff on the premises, and conducting regular safety checks of the vehicle's equipment.

Declares an intent to create a regulatory environment in which race car driving schools must operate in order that the consumers of this industry will be assured that steps have been taken to create a safe environment for them to learn in.