The bill H.25 proposes changes to the fees associated with the Department of Health's Impaired Driver Rehabilitation Program, establishing a fee structure based on an individual's gross income relative to the federal poverty level. It mandates that individuals requesting a reduction or elimination of program fees must disclose their income, allowing for higher fees for those with greater financial resources and lower fees for those with lesser resources. The bill also includes provisions for outreach and education to ensure eligible individuals are aware of the fees and potential discounts available.

Additionally, the bill amends existing legal language, replacing "Drinking Driver Rehabilitation Program" with "Impaired Driver Rehabilitation Program" throughout the relevant sections. It sets specific income thresholds for fee reductions, stating that individuals earning up to 175% of the federal poverty guidelines will not pay any fees, while those earning up to 575% may qualify for discounted fees. The Commissioner of Motor Vehicles is tasked with adopting rules to implement this graduated fee schedule by January 1, 2026, and the act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 23-1209a