This bill directs the Transportation Secretary to update rules for seasonal farm-related restricted commercial driver’s licenses. It lets states offer online renewal and clarifies that certain farm equipment is not treated as a commercial vehicle.
Who this affects
State driver licensing agencies · Farm-related service businesses · Employees seeking seasonal licenses · Operators of agricultural equipment
What changes is this bill making?
1Allows each state to create an online system for registering and renewing seasonal farm-related restricted commercial driver’s licenses if all program requirements are met
2Clarifies that implements of husbandry (vehicles or equipment used only for agricultural operations) are not considered commercial motor vehicles and are excluded from weight rating calculations
3Requires the Secretary to revise the relevant parts of title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations within one year of the bill’s enactment
4Defines key terms used in the program, including eligible employee, restricted commercial driver’s license, and implement of husbandry
