Distracted drivers course now required for new Texas drivers

Thursday, August 3, 2017
TEXAS (KTRK) -- Most new drivers will be required to take a class on the dangers of distracted driving.

Starting September 1, applicants aged 18 and older must complete the free one-hour "Impact Texas Young Drivers" course.
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They must present proof of completing the course before they can take the driving skills examination.

Drivers aged 18 to 24 must also complete a six-hour adult driver education course.

The distracted driving course is just one of the new Texas laws going into effect on September 1.
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You can read more about the other new laws here.

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