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SB 78

TO REQUIRE THAT THE DRIVER’S INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND THE DRIVER’S LICENSE EXAMINATION INCLUDE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SAFE OPERATION OF A MOTOR VEHICLE IN A HIGHWAY WORK ZONE.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Johnson and 1 co-sponsor

Arkansas requires highway work zone safety information in driver manuals and license exams to reduce construction zone accidents.

Notification that SB78 is now Act 117
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Bill Summary · SB 78

Legislative bill overview

SB 78 (now Act 117) requires Arkansas to incorporate information about safe driving practices in highway work zones into both the driver's instruction manual and the written driver's license examination. This means new and renewing drivers will receive standardized education on how to navigate construction zones safely.

Why is this important

Work zone accidents cause significant injuries and fatalities each year, often due to driver inattention or unsafe speed changes. By integrating this information into licensing materials, the bill aims to establish baseline knowledge among all drivers, potentially reducing collisions in areas where highway maintenance and construction occur.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs: State agencies must update manuals, exams, and potentially testing infrastructure, requiring budget allocation
  • Exam burden: Adding work zone content to licensing exams increases test length and complexity without reducing other content
  • Effectiveness questions: Educational materials alone may have limited impact if drivers don't retain or apply this information in real-world situations

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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