HF 3988 Minnesota House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Persons under 21 years of age required to complete driver education course before obtaining a driver's license.

This bill requires drivers aged 20 and under to complete a driver education program that includes both classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training before receiving a driver's license in Minnesota. The law amends existing statutes to add this new requirement, which applies to all applicants under 21 regardless of whether they are applying for their first license or renewing one. The driver education program must cover both theoretical knowledge and practical driving skills, ensuring young drivers receive comprehensive training before operating a vehicle on public roads. This change affects all new and returning drivers under 21 who wish to obtain or maintain a valid driver's license in the state.
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Mar 2026
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Introduced Mar 5, 2026 Last action Mar 23, 2026
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Mar 5, 2026
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