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IA SF2358
IA SF2358A bill for an act relating to the maximum driving distance of unsupervised persons issued a special minor's restricted driver's license who are enrolled at an accredited nonpublic school.(Formerly SSB 3108.)
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Introduced
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
91st General Assembly
Bill Summary
Under current law, a person between the ages of 14 and 18 holding a special minor’s restricted driver’s license (licensee) is authorized to operate a motor vehicle without supervision between certain approved locations, for certain activities, during certain times, and up to 25 miles per trip. A licensee is required to submit to the department of transportation (DOT) a certification from the licensee’s school certifying the licensee is enrolled at the school for courses of instruction or extracurricular activities. This bill authorizes a licensee to exceed the 25-mile driving distance limit when driving from home to school if the licensee is enrolled at an accredited nonpublic school and receives a distance waiver. The parent or guardian of a licensee is authorized to apply for a distance waiver by submitting an application to the chief school administrator or superintendent of the licensee’s accredited nonpublic school. If the chief school administrator or superintendent approves a distance waiver application, the administrator or superintendent must provide a tangible copy of the waiver to the licensee. The licensee must carry a copy of the waiver while operating a motor vehicle in accordance with the special minor’s restricted license. A licensee who violates the restrictions of a special minor’s restricted license commits a simple misdemeanor, classified as a moving violation, punishable by a $70 scheduled fine. Additionally, the DOT must suspend the license for three months and is prohibited from issuing an intermediate license to the person for an additional three months following the person’s 16th birthday.
AI Summary
This bill allows individuals aged 14 to 18 holding a special minor's restricted driver's license, who are enrolled in an accredited nonpublic school, to drive further than the current 25-mile limit when traveling between home and school. Currently, these young drivers (licensees) are restricted to a 25-mile radius for unsupervised driving for specific purposes, and must provide proof of enrollment to the Department of Transportation (DOT). Under this new legislation, a parent or guardian can apply for a "distance waiver" from the chief school administrator or superintendent of the accredited nonpublic school, allowing the licensee to drive any distance to school. If approved, the school official must provide a physical copy of the waiver, which the licensee must carry while driving. Violating the terms of the restricted license, including this new waiver, will result in a $70 fine and a three-month license suspension, with an additional three-month delay in being eligible for an intermediate license after turning 16.
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Other Sponsors (1)
Education (Senate)
Last Action
Committee report, approving bill. S.J. 306. (on 02/17/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=SF2358 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGI/91/attachments/SF2358.html |
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