(1) As used in this section:
(a) “Drive test” means a test that requires an actual demonstration of driving ability.
(b) “Rural Oregon” means Baker, Clatsop, Crook, Curry, Gilliam, Grant, Harney, Hood River, Jefferson, Klamath, Lake, Malheur, Morrow, Sherman, Tillamook, Umatilla, Union, Wallowa, Wasco and Wheeler Counties.
(2) At field offices of the Department of Transportation located in rural counties, from among the applicants who request a drive test in rural Oregon, the department shall prioritize requests from applicants whose residence address is located:
(a) In the same county as the field office;
(b) Within 50 miles of the field office; or
(c) In a county that does not have a field office.