28Nov
Pennsylvania Implements “Under the Hood” CDL Testing Exemption to Enhance Driver Recruiting and Retention
On August 28, 2023, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (“PennDOT”) implemented FMCSA’s Under the Hood (UTH) CDL Testing Exemption to enhance school bus driver recruiting and retention as directed by House Resolution 15. This initiative is also known as the “School Bus Only CDL” because it allows school bus operators in Pennsylvania to simplify the CDL training process for candidates who are obtaining their CDL for the purpose of driving a “School Bus Only”. Continue reading for more information about how the Under the Hood CDL Testing Exemption and School Bus Only CDL can help your company recruit and retain school bus drivers.
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