H371

DMV Materials in Additional Languages

Introduced·3/11/25

North Carolina H371 requires DMV to offer materials in additional languages, including Khmer and others spoken by at least 2% of the state's.

North Carolina H371 mandates the Division of Motor Vehicles to provide materials required for licensure in additional languages. Specifically, the Division must offer the driver license handbook and written test in Khmer and any other language spoken by at least 2% of the state's population. This act aims to ensure accessibility and inclusivity for non-English speaking applicants. The changes will take effect on January 1, 2026.

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Transportation Committee
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History

Mar 12, 2025

House

Passed 1st Reading

Mar 12, 2025

House

Ref to the Com on Transportation, if favorable, State and Local Government, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House

Mar 11, 2025

House

Filed