1. (1) A CDL expires in the same manner as provided in RCW 46.20.181.

2. (2) When applying for renewal of a CDL, the applicant must:

   1. (a) Complete the application form required under RCW 46.25.070(1), providing updated information and required certifications, and meet all the requirements of RCW 46.25.070 and 49 C.F.R. Sec. 383.71; and
   2. (b) If the applicant wishes to retain a hazardous materials endorsement, take and pass the written test for a hazardous materials endorsement.
3. (3) The department must not renew a CDL if the CDL holder is prohibited from operating a commercial motor vehicle based on a query of the drug and alcohol clearinghouse as provided in 49 C.F.R. Sec. 383.73.

[ 2023 c 57 s 1; 2023 c 35 s 4; 2013 c 224 s 11.]

Notes:

Reviser's note:This section was amended by 2023 c 35 s 4 and by 2023 c 57 s 1, each without reference to the other. Both amendments are incorporated in the publication of this section under RCW 1.12.025(2). For rule of construction, see RCW 1.12.025(1).

Effective date—2023 c 57: "This act takes effect January 1, 2024." [ 2023 c 57 s 3.]

Effective date—2023 c 35: See note following RCW 46.25.010.

Effective date—2013 c 224: See note following RCW 46.01.130.