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Wilson Logistics petitions FMCSA to allow pre-CDL drivers to run team
Wilson’s request would still require a CDL holder in the truck at all times, but not necessarily in the front seat. Wilson says the exemption would allow the CLP holder “to participate in a revenue-generating trip back to his or her state of domicile to obtain the CDL.”
November 5, 2019
Business
FMCSA to allow states to issue one-year commercial learner’s permits
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration will soon allow states to issue commercial learner’s permits for up to one year instead of the current six-month limit with the option to renew the permit for another six months.
December 20, 2018
Business
States given option to waive CDL knowledge test for certain military members
When the final FMCSA rules goes into effect on Nov. 28, 2018, states will be able to waive the CDL knowledge and skills test for certain military members.
September 27, 2018
Business
CRST looks to continue allowing pre-CDL drivers to drive team
CRST Expedited requests renewal of a 2016 exemption allowing CDP drivers to drive without a CDL holder in the front seat. Get the details on Overdrive.
August 8, 2018
Business
Missouri seeks renewal of waiver that allows military-trained drivers to bypass CDL knowledge test
Specifically for military veterans, Missouri DOR is requesting a two-year renewal of the exemption. FMCSA is seeking public comment. Details here.
August 7, 2018
Business
FMCSA renews exemption to allow one-year learner’s permits in some states
Federal regulations state CLPs should be valid for no more than 180 days. Under this exemption, CLP holders are not required to retake the general or endorsement knowledge tests for the six-month extension as regulations require.
April 4, 2018
Channel 19
Former hauler Dave Dein and partners bring trucking to high-school curriculum
Working with staff at Patterson High School and several trucking partners, Dave Dein has established what as far as he can tell is the first non-vocational-school CDL trucking course in the country. Available for seniors at Patterson, it’s in its first year with two sections maxed at 8 students.
March 1, 2018
Business
FMCSA grants waiver to help hurricane-displaced Puerto Ricans obtain CDLs
FMCSA has issued a 90-day waiver from proof of U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residence and domicile requirements for Puerto Rican citizens relocating to the U.S. in the aftermath of hurricanes Irma and Maria. The agency is also seeking comments on a longer exemption with the same terms.
February 21, 2018
Business
Following along with the FMCSA
“Hi kids, and welcome to the first and only episode of ‘Following along with the FMCSA.’ Today our host, Dilly McDoodle, will talk about a few new rules and regulations the gubmint makes the general public believe increase productivity and safety on the highways of North America!”
October 23, 2017
Business
New FMCSA guidance allows states to accept commercial learner’s permit applications from any out-of-state drivers
The guidance issued this week is in line with FMCSA’s final rule issued Oct. 13, 2016, that amended CDL regulations to ease the transition of military personnel into the trucking industry. Previously, states could only accept out-of-state applications from military personnel, but the new guidance applies to all drivers.
August 2, 2017
Business
C.R. England regs waiver for pre-CDL drivers renewed
The exemption allows commercial learner’s permit holders that have passed the CDL skills test but not yet received their CDL to drive a C.R. England truck while a CDL holder is in the truck, but not necessarily in the front seat, effectively allowing a team operation.
June 12, 2017
Business
FMCSA proposes rules to ease new drivers’ transition into trucking
FMCSA issued a rule proposal to extend the expiration date of commercial learner’s permits from 180 days to a full year, as well as a proposal to allow current and former military members who drove a truck in the military to waive the CDL knowledge test.
June 9, 2017
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