Starting January 1, 2025, Kentucky drivers will be required to pass a vision screening to renew their driver's license, as mandated by a law passed in 2021. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet offers free vision screenings at their Driver Licensing Regional Offices, which take less than a minute to complete. Alternatively, drivers can have their vision tested by a certified medical professional and submit a state-issued form. The measure aims to improve road safety by ensuring drivers have adequate vision, a requirement already in place in neighboring states like Indiana and Ohio. If drivers fail the vision test, they must see a vision specialist before attempting renewal again. Officials believe this change will help reduce accident rates by catching vision impairments early.