Bill > HB88

This bill amends Alabama's driver license examination regulations to require that all written, oral, vision, and driving portions of driver license examinations be conducted exclusively in English. The bill changes terminology from "driver's" to "driver" throughout the law and replaces references to the "Department of Public Safety" with "ALEA" (Alabama Law Enforcement Agency). Key provisions include prohibiting applicants from using translation dictionaries, electronic devices, or interpreters during examinations, and mandating that all examination materials and administration be in English only. For initial licenses, applicants must pass an examination administered by an ALEA officer, state trooper, or authorized third-party testing agent, and minors must provide a birth certificate and other identity documents. The bill also maintains existing provisions about examination procedures, such as allowing high school driver education instructors to conduct examinations under certain conditions, and specifies that individuals who fail to pass or appear for an examination may have their license suspended or revoked. The law is set to take effect on October 1, 2026, giving ample time for implementation and public awareness.

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