ARC 8300C - Iowa Administrative Rules

Notice of Intended Action

Behind-the-wheel driving instructor authorization, ch 23

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ARC 8300C

EDUCATIONAL EXAMINERS BOARD[282]

Notice of Intended Action

Proposing rulemaking related to behind-the-wheel driving instructor authorization
and providing an opportunity for public comment

The Educational Examiners Board hereby proposes to rescind Chapter 23, “Behind-the-Wheel Driving Instructor Authorization,” Iowa Administrative Code, and to adopt a new chapter with the same title.

Legal Authority for Rulemaking

This rulemaking is proposed under the authority provided in Iowa Code chapter 321 and section 256.146.

State or Federal Law Implemented

This rulemaking implements, in whole or in part, Iowa Code chapter 321 and section 256.146.

Purpose and Summary

This proposed chapter provides procedures for the issuance of behind-the-wheel authorizations. The Board proposes removing duplicative statutory language.

Regulatory Analysis

A Regulatory Analysis for this rulemaking was published in the Iowa Administrative Bulletin on August 21, 2024. A public hearing was held on the following date(s):

●September 11, 2024

Fiscal Impact

This rulemaking has no fiscal impact to the State of Iowa.

Jobs Impact

After analysis and review of this rulemaking, no impact on jobs has been found.

Waivers

Any person who believes that the application of the discretionary provisions of this rulemaking would result in hardship or injustice to that person may petition the Board for a waiver of the discretionary provisions, if any, pursuant to 282—Chapter 6.

Public Comment

Any interested person may submit written comments concerning this proposed rulemaking. Written comments in response to this rulemaking must be received by the Board no later than 4:30 p.m. on December 2, 2024. Comments should be directed to:

Beth Myers, Attorney
Board of Educational Examiners
701 East Court Avenue, Suite A
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Phone: 515.242.6506
Email: beth.myers@iowa.gov

Public Hearing

Public hearings at which persons may present their views orally or in writing will be held as follows:

November 20, 2024 11 a.m. to 12 noon	Board Room, Suite A 701 East Court Avenue Des Moines, Iowa
December 2, 2024 9 to 10 a.m.	Board Room, Suite A 701 East Court Avenue Des Moines, Iowa

Persons who wish to make oral comments at a public hearing may be asked to state their names for the record and to confine their remarks to the subject of this proposed rulemaking.

Any persons who intend to attend a public hearing and have special requirements, such as those related to hearing or mobility impairments, should contact the Board and advise of specific needs.

Review by Administrative Rules Review Committee

The Administrative Rules Review Committee, a bipartisan legislative committee which oversees rulemaking by executive branch agencies, may, on its own motion or on written request by any individual or group, review this rulemaking at its regular monthly meeting or at a special meeting. The Committee’s meetings are open to the public, and interested persons may be heard as provided in Iowa Code section 17A.8(6).

The following rulemaking action is proposed:

ITEM 1.Rescind 282—Chapter 23 and adopt the following new chapter in lieu thereof:

CHAPTER 23

BEHIND-THE-WHEEL DRIVING INSTRUCTOR AUTHORIZATION

282—23.1(256,321) Requirements.

23.1(1) Applicants for the behind-the-wheel driving instructor authorization will meet the requirements set forth by the department of transportation pursuant to rule 761—634.6(321).

23.1(2) To be eligible to provide classroom instruction, holders of the behind-the-wheel driving instructor authorization will additionally hold a valid or expired initial, standard, exchange, or master educator license with a teaching endorsement for 5-12 driver and safety education.

282—23.2(256,321) Validity. The behind-the-wheel driving instructor authorization is valid for one year from the date of issuance. The behind-the-wheel driving instructor authorization is valid only if the holder continues to be qualified under subrule 23.1(1).

282—23.3(256,321) Approval of courses. Each institution of higher education, private college or university, community college, or area education agency wishing to offer the behind-the-wheel driving instructor authorization will submit course descriptions to the department of transportation for approval. After initial approval, any changes by agencies or institutions in course offerings will be filed with the department of transportation.

These rules are intended to implement Iowa Code chapters 256 and 321.