This bill amends Section 321.186 of the Iowa Code to establish new provisions for state drivers license requirements specifically for individuals with a military drivers license. It allows the Department of Transportation (DOT) to waive the requirement for military applicants—those currently on active duty or who have separated from service within the past year—to demonstrate their ability to control a motor vehicle and undergo other physical or mental examinations. To qualify for this waiver, applicants must certify that they have not held any drivers license other than a military one for the past two years and must maintain a clear driving record, as defined in the bill.

Additionally, military applicants must provide evidence of employment in a military position that required vehicle operation and demonstrate at least two years of experience operating a vehicle representative of the class they intend to drive, supported by their DD214 discharge certificate. While they must complete an eyesight screening and tests on highway signs and traffic laws, those who receive the waiver are exempt from the driver education requirements outlined in Code section 321.178. This bill aims to streamline the process for military personnel to obtain a drivers license while recognizing their unique circumstances and qualifications.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 321.186