Bill > HB436

This bill amends Kentucky law to allow commercial driver's license (CDL) holders under 21 years old to receive a hazardous materials (HazMat) endorsement for transporting hazardous materials within the state (intrastate commerce). Currently, drivers under 21 face significant restrictions on commercial driving, including a "K" restriction that limits interstate driving and prohibits operating school buses or hazardous materials transport. The bill specifically modifies existing regulations by inserting language that permits individuals under 21 with a valid CDL to obtain a hazardous materials endorsement for intrastate transportation. This change could provide more employment opportunities for younger commercial drivers in Kentucky by expanding their ability to transport hazardous materials within the state, while still maintaining safety restrictions on interstate and school bus operations. The bill maintains other existing requirements for CDL classifications, endorsements, and age-related restrictions, ensuring that younger drivers still meet necessary safety and training standards.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/25RS/hb436.html