The bill S.152, introduced by Senators Clarkson, Harrison, and Vyhovsky, aims to enhance the requirements for older drivers renewing their operator's licenses in Vermont. Specifically, it mandates that residents aged 80 and older must appear in person and pass a vision test to renew their licenses. Additionally, for residents aged 85 and older, the bill requires them to pass a road test as part of the renewal process.

The bill also includes amendments to existing legal language, such as changing references to the Commissioner from gender-specific terms to a neutral term. It specifies that applicants may have an interpreter during the examination process and outlines the effective date of the new requirements, which is set for July 1, 2025. These changes are intended to ensure the safety of older drivers on the road by confirming their vision and driving capabilities during the license renewal process.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 23-632