(a) The rules in this subpart apply to all entry-level drivers, as defined in this subpart, who intend to drive CMVs as defined in § 383.5 of this chapter in interstate and/or intrastate commerce, except:
- (1) Drivers excepted from the CDL requirements under § 383.3(c), (d), and (h) of this chapter;
- (2) Drivers applying for a restricted CDL under § 383.3(e) through (g) of this chapter;
- (3) Military personnel with military CMV experience who meet all the requirements and conditions of § 383.77 of this chapter; and
- (4) Drivers applying for a removal of a restriction in accordance with § 383.135(b)(7).
- (b) Drivers issued a Class A CDL, Class B CDL, or a passenger (P), school bus (S), or hazardous materials (H) endorsement before February 7, 2022, are not required to comply with this subpart pertaining to that CDL or endorsement.
- (c) (1) Individuals who obtain a CLP before February 7, 2022, are not required to comply with this subpart if they obtain a CDL before the CLP or renewed CLP expires.
- (2) Individuals who obtain a CLP on or after February 7, 2022, are required to comply with this subpart.
- (3) Except for individuals seeking the H endorsement, individuals must complete the theory and BTW (range and public road) portions of entry-level driver training within one year of completing the first portion.
[81 FR 88790, Dec. 8, 2016, as amended at 83 FR 48725, Sept. 27, 2018; 85 FR 6100, Feb. 4, 2020; 86 FR 57069, Oct. 14, 2021]