S.1284

Driving Forward Act

Introduced·4/3/25

Permanently exempts school bus drivers from the engine compartment inspection requirement in pre-trip vehicle tests.

The Driving Forward Act makes permanent the exemption for school bus drivers from the engine compartment portion of the pre-trip vehicle inspection skills testing requirement. The Secretary of Transportation must require states participating in this exemption to submit annual reports for six years detailing the number of drivers obtaining commercial licenses under this exemption. This change aims to streamline the testing process for school bus drivers while maintaining safety standards.

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Commerce, Science, And Transportation Committee
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History

Apr 3, 2025

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.