Have drivers take a written test every 8 years to show driver´s knowledge of new and little known motor vehicle laws.

 

Every day, drivers encounter complex and evolving traffic laws meant to protect everyone on the road. However, many

licensed drivers are unaware of important rules—such as when it is legal to turn left on red onto a one-way

street—because they learned them years ago and never revisited the information. To improve road safety and ensure

drivers remain informed of current laws, this bill proposes a mandatory written knowledge retest every eight years for

all licensed drivers.

 

Many drivers learn traffic laws only once, often as teenagers, and never review them again, leading to outdated

knowledge and unsafe driving practices. This bill would ensure that drivers stay informed by requiring a written

knowledge retest every eight years. The test will cover updated laws, safe driving practices, and state regulations,

with renewal contingent on passing. The DMV will provide study materials and accessible testing options, including

alternatives for those with medical limitations. By keeping drivers current on evolving rules and technologies, this

bill promotes safer roads, reduces preventable accidents, and fosters lifelong driving responsibility.

 

A Written (Permit) Test is a state-administered assessment covering road rules, signs, and safe driving practices. This

version would be about 20 questions and would not have redundant questions like "what does a stop sign mean?"

The License Renewal Period refers to the standard four-year period between license issuance and renewal, as set by state

law.

A Temporary Suspension means a pause in driving privileges until compliance, or successful retest, is achieved

The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is the state agency responsible for issuing driver’s licenses and enforcing

vehicle regulations.

Tabs are what causes your licence plates to be legal.

Updated Laws: any new law in the past 8 years.

 

Add a $0.50 tax to tabs, which would add about 45 million dollars every year.

 

Loss of drivers license until test has been taken and passed.

 

July 1st 2028