Bill > S05216

This bill amends the New York State vehicle and traffic law to add a new provision allowing the commissioner to waive commercial driver's license (CDL) fees for members of the military and military veterans. Specifically, the bill expands the existing fee waiver provisions to include military personnel and veterans who are applying for a commercial driver's license and submit an application for a military skills test waiver. This means that service members and veterans will not have to pay the standard fee when obtaining a CDL, recognizing their military service and potentially helping them transition to civilian employment. The bill will go into effect 180 days after becoming law, which provides time for the Department of Motor Vehicles to implement the new fee waiver process. By reducing financial barriers to obtaining a CDL, the legislation aims to support military personnel and veterans in their career pursuits after military service.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5216