SB1295

In commercial drivers, further providing for purpose and construction of chapter, for definitions and for commercial driver's license qualification standards, providing for English proficiency standard, further providing for nonresident CDL, for application for commercial driver's license and for disqualification and providing for annual report; and imposing penalties.

Chamber Passed·5/6/26
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB1295 amends commercial driver's license regulations, including English proficiency requirements, testing accommodations, and penalties.

Pennsylvania SB1295 amends Title 75 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to update commercial driver's license regulations. Key provisions include establishing an English proficiency standard for applicants, allowing for oral knowledge tests in English, and requiring in-person applications for nondomiciled commercial driver learner's permits and licenses. The bill also mandates annual reports on commercial driver licensing and imposes penalties for violations, including fines and disqualification from operating commercial vehicles.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 14–8 · May 6
Current
Transportation Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

0
8
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

32 Yea

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18 Nay

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Calendar

May 6

12:00 AM

Appropriations (s) Hearing

Apr 21

11:00 AM

Transportation (s) Hearing

History

May 28

House

Referred to Transportation

May 6

Senate

Re-reported as committed

May 6

Senate

Third consideration and final passage (32-18)