The proposed bill aims to exempt participants of the H-2A visa program, who possess a valid International Driver's License or Permit, from the skills portion of the driver's license examination in Arkansas. Specifically, it amends Arkansas Code 27-16-704 to include a new subsection that states that foreign nationals certified as Temporary Agricultural Worker Program participants under the H-2A visa are not required to demonstrate their ability to operate a motor vehicle if they present an official International Driving Permit when taking the written portion of the driver's license examination.

This legislative change is intended to streamline the process for H-2A visa holders, allowing them to obtain a driver's license more easily while ensuring that they still meet the necessary requirements for the written examination. The bill emphasizes the importance of facilitating the integration of foreign agricultural workers into the workforce by reducing barriers related to driving regulations.

Statutes affected:
HB 1623: 27-16-704