Driving by Minors Amendments

Added a new section (53-3-210.5) establishing specific rules for learner permits, including requirements for adult supervision and testing.

Changed the passenger restriction age limit from 'under 16' to 'under 18' in the existing statute.

Updated the age threshold in the passenger restriction rule from '16 years old' to '18 years old'.

Updated the age threshold in the affirmative defense rule from '16 years old' to '18 years old'.

Added detailed requirements for learner permit holders to be accompanied by specific types of licensed adults, including approved instructors, parents, or responsible adults.

Added a requirement for learner permit holders aged 17 or younger to hold the permit for six months before applying for a provisional license.

Removed restrictions on newly licensed drivers under 18 regarding passenger limits and exceptions to those limits.

Simplified supervision requirements for learner permit holders by removing the option for a responsible adult to supervise when the parent is not a licensed driver.

Changed Senate Sponsor name from LONG TITLE to Wayne A. Harper and updated bill title to reflect focus on learner permit supervision.

Removed Section 1 amendments to Utah Code 41-8-3 regarding operation of vehicles by persons under 16 and passenger limitations.

Allows newly licensed drivers under 18 to have one passenger who is younger than 18 years old, instead of requiring the passenger to be an immediate family member.

Expands learner permit supervision options to include a responsible adult who is not a parent or legal guardian, provided they are at least 21 years old and have written authorization from the parent or guardian.

Reorganizes learner permit supervision requirements to clarify that an approved driving instructor, parent/guardian, or responsible adult must occupy a seat beside the applicant.

Removed Senate Sponsor designation from the bill header.

Added formatting changes including page headers, timestamps, and substitute bill notation.