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US S659

US S659
DRIVE Safe Act Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy Act


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Introduced
03/10/2021
In Committee
03/10/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To require the Secretary of Transportation to promulgate regulations relating to commercial motor vehicle drivers under the age of 21, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, the Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy (DRIVE) Safe Act, requires the Secretary of Transportation to establish regulations for commercial motor vehicle drivers under the age of 21. The key provisions include: 1) allowing apprentices under 21 to drive commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce during a 120-hour probationary period and a 280-hour probationary period, as long as they meet certain performance benchmarks and are accompanied by an experienced driver; 2) requiring commercial motor vehicles driven by apprentices to have certain safety technologies; and 3) requiring employers to ensure any drivers under 21 are participating in or have completed an approved apprenticeship program.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (31)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (on 03/10/2021)

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