Demand for driver's license tests in new languages is high as the Utah Legislature considers a bill that would further expand the test's language options.
seeks to expand upon that law and would allow individuals to take the test in their preferred language and to use an interpreter.
"Sometimes it's one word," Escamilla, D-Salt Lake City, said. "People ask, 'Well, don't they have to understand what they're doing?' Absolutely, but have you seen the manual? Have you tried taking the test? It's about comprehension as well." "This is so much more than just taking an exam. This is about growing opportunities for families to thrive. This is linked to economic pathways to better jobs that are able to give them access to higher-quality living for their families and then being able to contribute to the state," Peña said. "If you want to work in the state of Utah, you have to be able to move around and drive."The language options are available for anyone who is eligible for a driver's license.
She said although some legislators see those who are eligible for driving privilege cards as a separate population, the reality that many families are mixed immigration status means barring undocumented immigrants from taking the test in their preferred language also impacts their citizen or resident family members.
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