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HR Policy - UW System Administrative Policy 616 - University of Wisconsin Student Drivers Under the State's Liability Protection

The University of Wisconsin System, as a unit of the State of Wisconsin, is protected by Wis. Stat. s. 895.46 (1). This coverage protects the UW System, its officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses arising out of any acts considered within the scope of employment and operations. This policy outlines acceptable vehicle use by student drivers under this coverage.

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Who this policy applies to:

All employees


Rationale:

The University of Wisconsin System, as a unit of the State of Wisconsin, is protected by Wis. Stat. s. 895.46 (1). This coverage protects the UW System, its officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses arising out of any acts considered within the scope of employment and operations. This policy outlines acceptable vehicle use by student drivers under this coverage.


Policy Detail:

This UW System Policy is available on the UW System Policy Page.  For more information, please visit: 

https://www.wisconsin.edu/uw-policies/uw-system-administrative-policies/university-of-wisconsin-student-drivers-under-the-states-liability-protection/


Revision History:

Format updated June 2025.



Keywords:
state vehicle, student vehicle, personal vehicle, agent of the state, student drivers, business travel, business services 
Doc ID:
119054
Owned by:
Julia G. in UW-La Crosse
Created:
2022-06-15
Updated:
2025-06-25
Sites:
UW-La Crosse