This bill aims to enhance accessibility and fairness in the motor vehicle operator licensing process by mandating the Department of Motor Vehicles to provide reasonable accommodations for driving test applicants with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or other qualifying documentation. The new legal language inserted into RSA 263:6 includes provisions for extended time, alternative test formats, and the presence of support personnel for applicants with diagnosed mental or learning disabilities. Additionally, the bill establishes a clear process for requesting accommodations and verifying eligibility.

Furthermore, the bill reforms the retest suspension period for applicants who fail the driving portion of the test three or more times, reducing the suspension from one year to three months. It allows for early retesting upon successful completion of a certified driver improvement program and exempts applicants aged 21 and older with documented disabilities from needing to complete such a program before retaking the test. The bill does not provide funding or authorize new positions but anticipates expenditures related to training and system updates to implement these changes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 263:6
HB1111 text: 263:6