12/1/08-The Assembly Transportation, Public Works and Independent Authorities Committee has approved a bill that would amend the state’s graduated driver’s licensing law.
A3068 would require teen drivers with a learner’s permit to log at least 50 hours of practice driving – including 10 hours of night driving. The practice driving must be certified by a parent, guardian or supervising driver. A six-hour driving course also would be mandated.
Drivers age 17 to 20 who obtain an examination permit would be given the option to complete the learner’s permit certification requirements or complete 100 hours of certified driving, including 20 hours of night driving.
Drivers under 21 who have been issued learner’s or examination permits would be required to hold those permits fro one year before being eligible for provisional licenses.
For bill status, call 609-292-4840. In New Jersey, call 800-792-8630.