Adoptive Families Denver

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Feb. 8, 2010 For more information:
Courtney Law

COLORADO
HOUSE MAJORITY COMMUNICATIONS
STATE CAPITOL

Gagliardi Bill Helping Foster Kids Get Driver’s Licenses Passes Final House Vote

(Denver) – Representative Sara Gagliardi’s (D-Arvada) bill to help foster kids get a driver’s license easier, successfully passed a final reading in the House today 63-0, with 2 excused.

Currently, Colorado teens in the foster care system face barriers in getting their licenses because they cannot provide the signature of a legal guardian. House Bill 1059 allows kids in the foster care system to easily register for driver’s education and apply for their learner’s permits. The measure would allow foster kids to sign for themselves when registering for driver’s education.

“I’m thrilled this bill passed in the House and look forward to its success in the Senate. This bill represents a minor fix to an issue that affects a lot of children’s lives. The kids in our foster care system face enough hurdles in life, so I’m pleased that I can help make their lives a little easier,” said Rep. Gagliardi.

The bill is sponsored by Linda Newell (D-Arapahoe County).