Bill > HB3317

This bill modifies West Virginia's driver's licensing procedures by allowing students who complete a driver's education course to receive a "High School Driver Education Certificate" that can be used to waive the written and road skill examinations typically administered by the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Under the proposed law, driver education teachers certified by the West Virginia Department of Education will conduct the examinations for students enrolled in their courses, and upon successful completion, issue a certificate valid for 6 months. This certificate can be presented to the DMV in lieu of taking their standard tests, though students under 18 who are transferring an out-of-state license will still be required to take DMV tests. The bill specifies that all standard licensing fees must still be paid to the DMV when presenting a valid certificate, and if the certificate expires, the individual will need to complete full testing to obtain their license. This change aims to streamline the driver's licensing process for students who have successfully completed a comprehensive driver's education course.