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The Graduated License Program is primarily derived from the Youth Drivers Safety Act. This act was designed to address the specific needs of young and novice drivers by implementing a phased approach to licensing. By gradually introducing driving privileges, the program aims to reduce crash rates among teenagers and inexperienced drivers, thereby enhancing road safety.

The Youth Drivers Safety Act recognizes that young drivers require additional training and experience before they are fully licensed. This is achieved by initially granting them limited driving privileges under a learning permit, progressing to intermediate licensing, and finally to full licensure as they demonstrate increased competence and responsibility behind the wheel. This structured approach is based on research indicating that gradually increasing driving privileges helps to minimize risky behaviors often seen in young drivers.

While other acts mentioned may relate to various aspects of driving and road safety, they do not specifically lay the foundational framework for the Graduated License Program in the same way the Youth Drivers Safety Act does.