ESSB 6001, Sec 204(8) directs the Joint Transportation Committee to coordinate a work group to develop parameters for and make recommendations regarding a pilot program for on-line drivers' education for students; and potential requirements for driver training for 18-24 year olds. Work group participants will include representatives from the Department of Licensing, the Washington State Traffic Safety Commission, other stakeholders, interested legislators, and legislative staff. A report is due by December 1, 2014.
Budget: Within existing funds
JTC Staff: Beth Redfield, with Mary Fleckenstein as back-up
STC and HTC Staff: Amanda Cecil, Andy Russell and Paul Ingiosi
Report due date: December 1, 2014
Final Report on Driver Education Study
Presented at JTC Meeting on 5/14/14:
On-Line Driver Education Study
Work Group Meeting #1
June 4, 2014 (10:00 am - 1:00 pm)
John A. Cherberg Building
Hearing rooms A/B/C
Agenda
Work Group Members
DOL Traffic Safety Education & Driver Licensing in WA
OSPI Traffic Safety Education
DOL Young Driver Licensing Trends
Driver Education Discussion Materials
June 4th Meeting Notes
Work Group Meeting #2
August 1, 2014 (10:30 am - 2:30 pm)
PSRC, Seattle
Boardroom
Agenda
State-by-State Information
DOL Traffic Safety Curriculum & Driver Guide Update Efforts
DOL Early Warning Letter
DOL Driver Curriculum Project Charter
Work Group Discussion Materials
August 1st Meeting Notes
Presented at JTC Meeting on 10/16/14:
Driver Education presentation
Driver Education Draft Report
Presented at JTC Meeting on 12/11/14:
Driver Education Study Draft Final Report