Bill > S06344

This bill establishes Davina's driver accountability law, which requires the commissioner of motor vehicles to create a uniform, comprehensive curriculum for accident prevention courses used by all sponsoring agencies, delivery agencies, and instructors in the state. The new curriculum must include the latest safety techniques and instructional materials, going beyond the existing National Safety Council defensive driving course by incorporating intensive instruction in traffic law and other safety-related content. The bill mandates that the course include at least 320 minutes of instruction with a certified instructor, though this requirement may be modified for online or remote courses. The commissioner of motor vehicles, in cooperation with the commissioner of education, will develop detailed standards including minimum qualifications for instructors, uniform instructional materials, and a fraud-resistant course completion certificate. The curriculum will be reviewed and updated biennially to ensure its effectiveness in increasing driver safety and reducing motor vehicle accidents. Additionally, the bill specifies that individuals must complete this approved course to qualify for mandatory insurance premium reductions. The law aims to improve driver education and road safety by creating a more rigorous and standardized approach to accident prevention courses.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6344