SB 396·VA·senate
Driver's licenses; requirements for initial licensure, persons age 18 to 21.
EnactedFiled Jan 13, 2026
Sponsor: Diggs
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Approved by Governor-Chapter 755 (Effective 1/1/2027)
Apr 13, 2026
Summary
The bill requires anyone aged 18 to 21 who is applying for a first noncommercial driver’s license to hold a learner’s permit for at least 90 days and to complete an approved driver‑education course before a license is issued. It also allows a qualified learner’s permit to serve as a temporary license for driving without an adult. The changes take effect on January 1, 2027 and apply only to first‑time applicants in that age range.
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