Iowa HF896 increases the maximum driving distance for special minor's restricted driver's license holders participating in open enrollment.

Iowa HF896 amends the driving distance limit for individuals with a special minor's restricted driver's license who participate in open enrollment. Currently, these licensees can drive up to 25 miles between their residence and school. The bill increases this limit to 40 miles, while still allowing those attending public school within their district to drive any distance. The changes apply to operating a vehicle to attend scheduled courses of instruction, with a simple misdemeanor penalty for violations.

Iowa HF896 increases the maximum driving distance for special minor's restricted driver's license holders participating in open enrollment.

Iowa HF896 amends the driving distance limit for individuals with a special minor's restricted driver's license who participate in open enrollment. Currently, these licensees can drive up to 25 miles between their residence and school. The bill increases this limit to 40 miles, while still allowing those attending public school within their district to drive any distance. The changes apply to operating a vehicle to attend scheduled courses of instruction, with a simple misdemeanor penalty for violations.