Connecticut House Bill HB05169

Connecticut 2012 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/16/12
• Refer: 2/16/12

Caption

An Act Establishing Instruction Permits And Eliminating An Obsolete Fee.

Impact

This legislation, set to take effect on January 1, 2013, will amend several existing statutes to accommodate the new terminology and permit types while eliminating the fee associated with a license that is no longer issued. The proposed changes include provisions about personal information protection during the licensing process and the appointment of authorized entities to issue permits, which are expected to streamline the administration of motor vehicle permits in Connecticut.

Summary

House Bill 05169, titled 'An Act Establishing Instruction Permits And Eliminating An Obsolete Fee,' aims to modernize current statutes regarding motor vehicle operator's licenses. It proposes the replacement of the term 'learner's permit' with 'instruction permit' to reflect more accurately the purpose of the document, which is to facilitate learning to drive. The bill also establishes an adult instruction permit for individuals aged 18 and older who do not possess a motor vehicle operator's license.

Contention

While the bill seems largely administrative in nature, there has been discussion regarding the implications of introducing an adult instruction permit. Supporters argue that this will provide more opportunities for individuals wishing to learn to drive, particularly those who may not have pursued formal education in this area earlier. Critics, however, might raise concerns regarding whether this approach sufficiently addresses safe driving education and whether any new instructional requirements will be adequately enforced.