‘A harmful barrier’: new Florida law mandates all driving tests to be offered in English only
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As of February 6th, 2024, Florida law mandates that all driver's license exams, both knowledge and skills tests, be administered exclusively in English. Previously, non-commercial exams were offered in multiple languages, while commercial exams were available in English and Spanish. The Florida DMV stated that language translation services and printed exams in other languages are no longer permitted. Advocates like the ACLU of Florida and the Florida Immigrant Coalition criticize the change, arguing it creates a harmful barrier for immigrants and those with limited English proficiency. They contend that restricting access to driver's licenses impacts daily life and disproportionately affects a significant portion of Florida households where a language other than English is spoken.
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