To amend the FAST Act to modify eligibility requirements for participation in a commercial driver pilot program, and for other purposes.
United States115th CongressHR-3889House of Representatives
Updated: Sep 29, 2017
Summary
Waiving Hindrances to Economic Enterprise and Labor Act or the WHEEL Act This bill amends the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (FAST Act) to modify the definition of "covered driver" for purposes of a commercial driver pilot program to mean an individual between the ages of 18 and 21 who: (1) holds a valid commercial driver's license; (2) has a driving record without citations, violations, or other safety infractions; and (3) has received a certification of completion of a training program or similar qualification demonstrating skill and aptitude with respect to the operation of a commercial motor vehicle. (Current law limits participation to individuals between such ages who are members or former members of the Armed Forces or reserve components, and who are qualified in a Military Occupational Specialty to operate a commercial motor vehicle or similar vehicle.)
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Timeline
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
House of Representatives
Introduced in House
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
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