An Act relative to junior operators

This bill establishes a new Junior Operator's License Fund to help low-income Massachusetts residents afford required driver education courses. Eligible individuals, such as those receiving free or reduced lunch or MassHealth, can apply for grants to reduce or eliminate the cost of these training programs. Additionally, the legislation shortens the time limit for completing driver education from six months to 90 days to prevent learner's permits from expiring. To support this change, the bill requires driving schools to provide clear written notices about course timelines and mandates automatic refunds if students cannot finish within the specified period due to school delays. The Registrar of Motor Vehicles will also collect data on course completion rates and file annual reports to monitor the program's effectiveness.