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Introduced
02/18/2026
02/18/2026
In Committee
02/18/2026
02/18/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
To (1) permit a student to choose the gender of such student's driving instructor prior to behind-the-wheel instruction, (2) require vehicles used by a drivers' school to be equipped with an electronic monitoring system and an audio or video monitoring system, and (3) provide behind-the-wheel instruction in how to respond to a traffic stop by a law enforcement officer.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that driver education programs and licensed driving schools must allow students to choose the gender of their instructor for behind-the-wheel training, unless only instructors of one gender are available, in which case the school must inform prospective students of this limitation. Additionally, by October 1, 2027, all vehicles used for behind-the-wheel instruction must be equipped with an electronic monitoring system, such as GPS, to track the student's location, and an audio or video monitoring system for safety. Crucially, the bill also requires that behind-the-wheel instruction include practical training on how to safely pull over and respond to a traffic stop by a law enforcement officer, enhancing student safety and preparedness.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Transportation Committee (Joint)
Last Action
Transportation Public Hearing (00:00:00 2/23/2026 ) (on 02/23/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/cgabillstatus/cgabillstatus.asp?selBillType=Bill&bill_num=SB00235&which_year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.cga.ct.gov/2026/TOB/S/PDF/2026SB-00235-R00-SB.PDF |
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