Month: August 2026

Pennsylvania begins enforcement of Paul Miller’s Law

Pennsylvania begins enforcement of Paul Miller’s Law Pennsylvania’s distracted driving rules changed in a major way when the state moved from warnings to citations under Paul Miller’s Law. For new drivers, the message is simple: do not hold, support, reach for or manually use a phone or other interactive mobile device while driving. The Pennsylvania […]

Utah’s 2026 learner-permit supervision change: stepparents and foster parents

Utah’s 2026 learner-permit supervision change: stepparents and foster parents Utah made a small but important change to its learner-permit supervision rules in 2026. Under Utah SB 22 Minor Driving Hours Amendments, the state clarified that a stepparent or foster parent can supervise a minor with a learner permit when the adult meets the licensing and […]

Illinois expands Scott’s Law for emergency scenes

Illinois expands Scott’s Law for emergency scenes Illinois has expanded Scott’s Law to give emergency workers, first responders and people involved in roadside emergencies more protection from passing traffic. For new drivers, this is not just another rule to memorize for a permit test. It is one of the most important real-world safety laws to […]