S 2411
An Act relative to online driver education
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to allow for online driver education courses in Massachusetts. It aims to expand access to driver education programs and potentially reduce costs for students. The legislation would establish guidelines and requirements for these online courses to ensure they meet state standards. Currently, driver education is primarily delivered through traditional classroom settings.
Key provisions
- Authorizes online driver education courses.
- Requires online courses to meet state driver education standards.
- Establishes guidelines for the content and delivery of online courses.
- May allow for a blended learning approach (combining online and in-person instruction).
- Specifies requirements for instructor qualifications.
- Addresses issues related to student assessment and certification.
Who is affected
- Students seeking driver's licenses
- Driver education instructors
- Driving schools
- The Massachusetts Department of Transportation
Notable changes
- Currently, driver education is largely conducted in traditional classroom settings; this bill would introduce an alternative online option.
- The bill may require specific curriculum standards to be adapted for online delivery.
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Primary sponsor
Joan B. Lovely
Cosponsors
Joan B. Lovely
Patrick M. O'Connor
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Bill S.2411 194th (Current)
An Act relative to online driver education
By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2411) of Joan B. Lovely for legislation relative to online driver education. Transportation.
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Presenter: Joan B. Lovely
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.2411
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Transportation |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/27/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/08/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 2/19/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Tuesday March 31, 2026 |
| 4/1/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S3009 |
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