This bill amends West Virginia's Code regarding the issuance of driver licenses, specifically focusing on the examination process for applicants. It authorizes the commissioner of the Division of Motor Vehicles to propose legislative rules that will allow for entering reciprocity agreements with foreign countries, ensuring that the driver license standards of those countries are comparable to West Virginia's. Additionally, the bill mandates that foreign drivers operating under such agreements must comply with the state's motor vehicle liability insurance and financial responsibility laws.

Furthermore, the bill establishes a specific reciprocity agreement with the Republic of Ireland for driver licenses. It also introduces a requirement for all applicants who successfully complete the necessary examinations to attend a mandatory education class on the dangers and social consequences of driving under the influence of alcohol, with a focus on using lecturers who can share personal experiences related to alcohol-related accidents.

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Introduced Version: 17B-2-7