The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles announced on March 2 enhancements to its Commercial Learner’s Permit General Knowledge Exam and School Pupil Transport Learner’s Permit Exam. The updates aim to strengthen public awareness of human trafficking and expand language access for applicants throughout the state.
“These enhancements reflect our continued commitment to both public safety and equitable access for Massachusetts’ residents,” said Massachusetts Registrar of Motor Vehicles Colleen Ogilvie. “By equipping commercial drivers with tools to identify human trafficking and expanding language access for school pupil transport applicants, we are ensuring that these drivers are better equipped to be both safe and responsible when on the road.”
The RMV has introduced a new public service announcement at the start of the Commercial Learner’s Permit General Knowledge Exam. Developed in partnership with Truckers Against Trafficking, the announcement provides guidance on indicators of potential trafficking, questions to ask in suspicious situations, and how to safely report concerns. This content is now available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
For School Pupil Transport Learner’s Permit applicants, the exam has been expanded into Portuguese and Haitian Creole, in addition to English and Spanish. The RMV is also translating the 7D Driver’s Manual into Portuguese and Haitian Creole; these versions will be posted on the RMV website once complete.
More information about these changes can be found according to the official roster page.
