The bill establishes a Driver's Education Financial Assistance Pilot Program within the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, aimed at providing grants to eligible entities to enhance access to driver's education courses for youth aged 15 to 24. The program defines "eligible entities" as school districts, local governments, and nonprofit organizations that assist low-income or disadvantaged youth. It also outlines the criteria for "eligible youth," which includes individuals who have experienced homelessness, are in foster care, or face financial hardships. The program will operate in various community settings, including urban, rural, suburban, and Tribal areas, and will be administered through a referral system managed by an intermediary selected by the commissioner.

Additionally, the bill appropriates $3,850,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to support the pilot program, reporting requirements, and a work group tasked with studying driver education availability in Minnesota. The work group will analyze barriers to access for low-income students and recommend permanent funding solutions to expand driver education opportunities. The pilot program is set to expire on June 30, 2028, and participating entities are required to report on their expenditures and outcomes annually.