§16–212.1.

    (a)    The Administration, in cooperation with the Behavioral Health Administration, shall establish the 3–hour Roadway Safety Driving Education Program to educate driver’s license applicants who are subject to the provisions of § 16–105(f)(3) of this title. This program also shall be included as part of the driver education course established under Subtitle 5 of this title.

    (b)    The 3–hour Roadway Safety Driving Education Program shall provide instruction on:

        (1)    Understanding signs, signals, and pavement markings;

        (2)    Dangerous driving behaviors;

        (3)    Work zone safety;

        (4)    The hazards of driving while impaired or intoxicated;

        (5)    The criminal penalties and administrative sanctions for alcohol– and drug–related motor vehicle violations;

        (6)    The medical, biological, and psychological effects of the consumption of alcohol and drugs and their impact on the operation of a motor vehicle;

        (7)    The Maryland driving record and points systems; and

        (8)    Any other roadway safety–related information that the Administration determines would be beneficial to applicants for a driver’s license.

    (c)    The Administration shall adopt regulations establishing criteria for certifying a private entity to offer the 3–hour Roadway Safety Education Program established under this section.