State Assembly Passes Bill Providing Free Driver’s Education for Needy Teens

Thursday, October 19th, 2023 -- 9:00 AM

(Ted Ehlen, WRN) Driver’s education is a step closer to becoming more accessible to Wisconsin teens.

The Wisconsin Assembly voted Tuesday to pass a bill providing free driver’s ed grants to teens who qualify for free or reduced lunch at school.  Most private driver’s education programs cost around $450, which is something many Wisconsin families can't afford for their teens. Milwaukee State Representative Bob Donovan, "We have seen a steady decrease over the years in young adults obtaining driver's licenses.”

The state already set aside $6 million of money from industry fees paid to the state by Wisconsin insurance providers to fund the program.  The bill now moves to the Wisconsin Senate for approval.

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