If enacted, this bill would amend current Arizona statutes to allow the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) to waive the written and driving examinations for active duty members of the armed forces from NATO countries who are stationed in Arizona. The new provisions would require that these individuals meet specific criteria, including being between 18 and 76 years old, presenting valid documentation from U.S. immigration authorities if they are not U.S. citizens, and having military orders for their stationing in Arizona. The bill also stipulates that licenses issued under these conditions would expire concurrently with the expiration of the member's immigration documentation.

Additionally, the bill would remove the previous requirement that the foreign military member must possess a valid driver license from a country with substantially similar motor vehicle laws to Arizona. It would also clarify that the new licensing provisions do not apply to commercial driver licensing. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the process for foreign military personnel to obtain Arizona driver licenses while ensuring compliance with specific eligibility criteria.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 28-413
Senate Engrossed Version: 28-413