§ 16-807.1. Program for veterans and service members

MD Transp Code § 16-807.1 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    The Administration shall establish a program to assist veterans and members of the military who are transitioning out of military service to obtain a commercial driver’s license.

(b)    As part of the program, the Administration shall:

(1)    Waive the skills test required under § 16–807(b) of this subtitle for program participants who meet eligibility criteria established by the Administration, consistent with federal law; and

(2)    Coordinate and consult with military bases throughout the State, community colleges that offer commercial driver’s license training courses, the Maryland Motor Truck Association, Inc., and any other party that the Administration determines is appropriate to explore the feasibility of providing a commercial driver’s license training course on military bases in the State.

(c)    The Administration may adopt regulations to implement the provisions of this section.