The bill amends Section 31-10.1-1.1 of the General Laws in Chapter 31-10.1, which is entitled "Special License for Motorcycles, Motor Scooters, and Other Motor Driven Cycles." The amendment includes a new section (e) that mandates reasonable accommodations be made for persons with disabilities to fully participate in all courses of instruction offered pursuant to this section. This ensures that motorcycle driver education programs are accessible to individuals with disabilities.

The bill also clarifies the responsibilities of the council on postsecondary education and the office of the postsecondary commissioner in providing motorcycle driver education through the Community College of Rhode Island. It specifies the range of classroom instruction and on-the-road driver training hours for both two-wheeled and three-wheeled motorcycle operator’s license applicants. Additionally, it authorizes the council on postsecondary education to establish any necessary fees to support the program and to create regulations for further implementation. The act is set to take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
1111: 31-10.1-1.1