A bill for an act authorizing certain persons to administer the final field test of an approved driver education course.(See HF 203.)
Impact
Currently, the law restricts the administration of final driving tests to certified driver education instructors with specific educational qualifications. HSB26 proposes to lift some of these restrictions, allowing more flexibility in who can administer these tests. This change may lead to easier access for students who are completing their driver education courses, particularly in areas where certified instructors are less available. The bill will amend the relevant sections of the Iowa Code to reflect these changes in regulations.
Summary
House Study Bill 26 (HSB26) seeks to amend existing provisions governing driver education courses in Iowa. The bill allows certain individuals, specifically those qualified to provide street and highway driving instruction, to administer the final field test required for students completing an approved driver education program. This modification is intended to streamline the certification process for student drivers and expand the pool of individuals capable of conducting final assessments.
Contention
While the bill appears to simplify the process for future drivers, it may also raise concerns about the qualifications of those administering driving tests. Critics may suggest that allowing individuals without the traditional instructor certifications—such as experienced peace officers—to conduct these tests could undermine the rigor expected in driving education and assessment. Hence, stakeholders might have differing opinions regarding the balance between accessibility and ensuring thorough driver education.
Related
A bill for an act authorizing certain persons to administer the final field test of an approved driver education course.(See SF 157.)
IA SF157
Replaced by
A bill for an act authorizing certain persons to administer the final field test of an approved driver education course. (Formerly SSB 1028.) Effective date: 07/01/2023.
IA HF203
Replaced by
A bill for an act authorizing certain persons to administer the final field test of an approved driver education course.(Formerly HSB 26.)
A bill for an act authorizing certain persons to administer the final field test of an approved driver education course. (Formerly SSB 1028.) Effective date: 07/01/2023.
A bill for an act relating to third-party test examiners authorized to administer knowledge and final field tests to persons seeking a driver's permit or driver's license.
A bill for an act relating to third-party testers and test examiners authorized to administer knowledge and final field tests to persons seeking a driver's permit or driver's license.(See SF 2314.)
A bill for an act relating to third-party testers and test examiners authorized to administer knowledge and final field tests to persons seeking a driver's permit or driver's license.(Formerly SSB 3086.)
Requires currently licensed or contracted third-party testers administering driver's education courses to be licensed or contracted to administer on-road driving skills tests; requires such third-party testers to administer such test; and requires driver education courses or "prelicensing training courses" before issuance of most first-time driver's licenses (8/15/11) (EN SEE FISC NOTE SG RV See Note)
Relating to the foundation curriculum, the establishment of the instructional materials allotment, and the adoption, review, and purchase of instructional materials and technological equipment for public schools.
Relating to the foundation curriculum, the establishment of the instructional materials allotment, and the adoption, review, and purchase of instructional materials and technological equipment for public schools.
Relating to the instructional materials and technology allotment, open education resource instructional materials, and the State Board of Education long-range technology plan.
Relating to the instructional materials and technology allotment, open education resource instructional materials, and the State Board of Education long-range technology plan.
Relating to the foundation curriculum, the establishment of the instructional materials allotment, and the adoption, review, and purchase of instructional materials and technological equipment for public schools; providing penalties.