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New powers for firefighters and rescue workers on roads

The act expands the authority of volunteer firefighters and water/mountain rescue workers to direct traffic during rescue operations. It also introduces changes to driving license regulations, including free permits for selected emergency services.
Key points
Volunteer firefighters and water/mountain rescue workers will be able to direct traffic during rescue operations – after completing an appropriate course.
Permits for driving privileged vehicles for volunteer fire brigades and water/mountain rescue services will be free of charge.
People who passed their driving test before reaching the required age will receive a temporary electronic driving license until they come of age.
Re-education courses for drivers will only be available in person – no remote option.
Volunteer firefighters with instructor or examiner qualifications will be exempt from additional traffic direction training.
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Additional Information
Poselski projekt ustawy o zmianie ustawy - Prawo o ruchu drogowym oraz ustawy o kierujących pojazdami.
Print number: PROJEKT USTAWY 1939
Process start date: 2025-11-07
Voting date: 2026-01-09
Voting no: 30
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about New powers for firefighters and rescue workers on roads

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is PROJEKT USTAWY 1939.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-11-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Volunteer firefighters and water/mountain rescue workers will be able to direct traffic during rescue operations – after completing an appropriate course.
  • Permits for driving privileged vehicles for volunteer fire brigades and water/mountain rescue services will be free of charge.
  • People who passed their driving test before reaching the required age will receive a temporary electronic driving license until they come of age.
  • Re-education courses for drivers will only be available in person – no remote option.
  • Volunteer firefighters with instructor or examiner qualifications will be exempt from additional traffic direction training.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Uchwalono

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-09-07.

Analysis and Potential Impact of PROJEKT USTAWY 1939

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