KYTC Vision Testing Work Group Update
Presentation by Department of Vehicle Regulation Commissioner Matt Cole and Office of Information Technology Executive Director Heather Stout regarding the ongoing efforts to streamline regulations and processes for vision testing in driver licensing online renewal. The update includes drafting regulations, developing training materials, and coordinating with various stakeholders for successful implementation by July 1, 2024.
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Vision Testing Preparedness Interim Joint Committee on Transportation Presentation by: Department of Vehicle Regulation Commissioner Matt Cole KYTC Office of Information Technology Executive Director Heather Stout Room 149 Capitol Annex, Frankfort, Kentucky | June 6, 2023
KYTC Vision Testing Work Group Commissioner s Office of Department of Vehicle Regulation Division of Driver Licensing Office of Information Technology KYTC Legal Team Medical Review Board Staff Kentucky State Police Mission Create streamlined regulations and process to meet July 1, 2024, implementation date to efficiently and effectively carryout vision testing in driver licensing online renewal process.
KYTC Vision Testing Work Group Update Drafting vision testing regulations KYTC screening process needs to be equal to current Kentucky State Police process for new drivers. Current statute appears to require a 120-point vision test that can only be administered by a licensed eye professional office. Creating vision testing form for Kentucky optometrist and ophthalmologist Researching vision testing equipment for Regional Driver Licensing Offices and County Popup events Confirm regulations match capability of vision testing equipment prior to ordering Work with Kentucky State Police and vendors to confirm setup and configuration time Online Renewal Continuation Plan Applicant will upload a vision screening form to renew online Manual review process for KYTC staff will be put in place
KYTC Vision Testing Work Group Update Developing materials and a timeline to train staff to ensure successful vision testing by July 1, 2024, launch Order equipment Equipment delivered Equipment installed and configured/calibrated Training begin Go-live Ongoing communications with lawmakers, eye doctors, state agencies and Kentucky residents.
Department of Vehicle Regulation Commissioner Matt Cole: Matthew.Cole@ky.gov @KYTC @kytc120 Office of Information Technology Executive Director Heather Stout: Heather.Stout@ky.gov @KYtransportation @KYtransportation transportation.ky.gov