Beshear signs bill that lets 15-year-olds get driver’s permit

Kentucky has officially changed the age requirement for obtaining a driver’s permit. Governor Andy Beshear signed House Bill 15 into law, following its approval by the state legislature, with the Senate granting final approval on March 11.

This new law lowers the age for obtaining a driver’s permit from 16 to 15 years old, and it takes effect immediately. The bill states:

“Whereas there is a need to expand economic and cultural opportunities for the youth of the Commonwealth through increased transportation options, an emergency is declared to exist, and this Act takes effect upon its passage and approval by the Governor or upon its otherwise becoming law.”