HB 1446 Maryland House of Delegates · 2026 Regular Session

Commercial Driver's Instructional Permits - School Vehicles - Knowledge Test

HB 1446 allows school district-employed driver trainers to administer the knowledge test for commercial driver's license school bus endorsements, instead of requiring state examiners. This directly affects school bus driver applicants and trainers working for county school boards. The bill defines "School Vehicle Driver Trainer" as individuals providing classroom instruction, highway driving training, and safety standards education. It amends Maryland law to expand the pool of authorized testers to include qualified school district staff.
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Introduced Feb 13, 2026 Last action Feb 13, 2026
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