The bill amends various sections of the Revised Code to update driver education requirements in Ohio, particularly for young drivers. It changes the age requirement for obtaining a temporary instruction permit from "six months" to "six months and six months" for applicants aged fifteen years and extends the validity of this permit from one year to "one year and six months." Additionally, it modifies the conditions under which holders of temporary permits and probationary licenses can operate vehicles, including adjustments to hours of operation and the presence of accompanying adults. The bill also allows individuals aged sixteen and older to obtain a probationary license after holding a temporary instruction permit for one year, rather than six months, and clarifies documentation needed for exceptions to driving restrictions.

Moreover, the bill introduces new provisions for applicants aged twenty-one and older, requiring them to present an affidavit or certificate of completion verifying their driving experience, which must include at least fifty hours of actual driving experience, with ten hours at night. It also mandates that those who have failed the road test provide evidence of completing an abbreviated driver training course. The legislation clarifies the definition of a "qualified adult," allows the use of electronic devices in training, and exempts qualified adults using approved devices from licensure requirements. Additionally, it repeals existing sections of the Revised Code, indicating a significant update to the legal framework governing driver training and supervision.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 4507.05, 4507.071, 4507.21, 4508.02