Topeka ? A bill delaying when teenagers can start driving has been assigned to a House subcommittee for further study.

The bill would raise the age at which most Kansans can obtain a learner’s permit from 14 to 15, although 14-year-olds could still get such a permit for farm work. The permit allows the teenager to drive with adult supervision.

The measure also would raise the age at which someone can get a restricted license from 15 to 16. It also would raise the age at which someone could get an unrestricted license to six months after turning 16, instead of at that age.

Supporters believe the bill would reduce accidents among young drivers, but House Transportation Committee members were skeptical. That led Chairman Gary Hayzlett to appoint a five-member subcommittee.