TO EXEMPT H-2A VISA PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS WHO HAVE A VALID INTERNATIONAL DRIVER'S LICENSE OR PERMIT FROM THE SKILLS PORTION OF THE DRIVER'S LICENSE EXAMINATION.

HB 1623 proposes to exempt certain H-2A Temporary Agricultural Worker Program participants from the skills portion of the driver's license examination in Arkansas. This bill directly affects foreign nationals working in the state under the H-2A visa program. Under the bill's provisions, these individuals would not be required to take the driving test if they possess a valid International Driving Permit and present it when taking the written portion of the driver's license examination.