The Transportation Committee voted to report SB 750 and re‑refer it to the Courts Committee for further legal review; the sponsor then asked for referral to Finance. SB 750 would add a Class 1 misdemeanor for knowingly authorizing an unlicensed minor to operate a vehicle on public highways in violation of graduated driver license restrictions.

Senator Dix described the bill as an effort to close a dangerous gap after a high‑profile fatal crash in which an unlicensed driver — known to his parents — was operating a vehicle and three teenagers died. The parent of one victim, who identified herself and delivered emotional testimony, urged the committee to pass the bill as a deterrent to prevent unlicensed minors from driving on public roads.

Committee members asked about scope and enforcement. The sponsor and committee clarified the offense applies to operation on public highways, and does not apply to private property such as parking lots or to farm operations covered by separate statutory provisions. Senator Diggs moved to report the bill and re‑refer it to Courts; the committee approved the motion Ayes 14, No 0. The clerk’s roll indicates the bill will be routed for legal review in Courts and then to Finance for budget consideration.

Votes on SB 750
Motion: report and re‑refer to Courts (then Finance). Mover: Senator Diggs. Second: not specified. Vote: Ayes 14, No 0. Outcome: reported and re‑referred to Courts (and Finance as needed).