The bill amends Section 31-10-19 of the General Laws regarding driver education and traffic safety education in Rhode Island. It specifies that a tuition or enrollment fee shall be required to be paid by an eligible applicant, except for individuals receiving foster caregiving in foster and adoptive homes as defined in 42-72.1-2. For these individuals, the Department of Children, Youth, and Families may request and pay the tuition or enrollment fee, thereby exempting them from the fee associated with driver's education classes at the Community College of Rhode Island. The bill aims to enhance accessibility to driver education for those in foster and adoptive care. The changes will take effect upon passage of the bill.

Statutes affected:
8603: 31-10-19