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US HR1967

US HR1967
To amend title 49, United States Code, to grant Puerto Rico eligibility to issue commercial driver's licenses, and for other purposes.


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Introduced
03/17/2021
In Committee
03/18/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To amend title 49, United States Code, to grant Puerto Rico eligibility to issue commercial driver’s licenses, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill amends Title 49 of the United States Code to grant Puerto Rico eligibility to issue commercial driver's licenses. It defines Puerto Rico as a "State" for the purposes of commercial motor vehicle safety regulations, and requires the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to work with Puerto Rico to achieve full compliance with the relevant laws and regulations. The bill also provides a 5-year grace period during which Puerto Rico will not be subject to funding withholdings for failing to comply with commercial driver's license requirements.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. (on 03/18/2021)

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