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This bill modifies provisions of the Motor Vehicle Operator's License Act to provide clearer guidelines for hazardous materials endorsements for commercial drivers operating within Nebraska (intrastate). Specifically, the bill establishes that any person who is 18 years or older and holds a valid commercial driver's license may be issued a hazardous materials endorsement to transport hazardous materials within the state. The changes are part of a broader effort to implement federal commercial motor vehicle safety requirements, including acts like the Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act and the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act. The bill updates several sections of existing law to incorporate references to the new hazardous materials endorsement provision and ensures alignment with federal regulations as of January 1, 2024. The modifications aim to strengthen licensing standards, reduce commercial motor vehicle accidents, and ensure that drivers meet specific qualifications for transporting hazardous materials. The bill also maintains existing exemptions for military personnel operating commercial vehicles and continues the goal of reducing fatalities and injuries related to commercial motor vehicle operations.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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