STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS29045C1 / H0525
Like most states, Idaho is experiencing a significant shortfall of interested commercial drivers. This proposal
will ease one of the requirements’s future CDL holders must complete, by modifying Idaho Code 49-305 to
extend the Commercial Learners Permit from 180 days to one year. This will give interested commercial drivers
additional time to prepare for their skills test, without the need to return to the DMV.
FISCAL NOTE
This change would cause a minimal $10,000 impact to the department’s dedicated funds, because individuals
would not need to return to the DMV and renew their Commercial Learners Permit. The small amount of
revenue lost would be a cost savings to the customers.
Contact:
Brendan Floyd
Idaho Transportation Department
(208) 334-8474
DISCLAIMER: This statement of purpose and fiscal note are a mere attachment to this bill and prepared by a proponent
of the bill. It is neither intended as an expression of legislative intent nor intended for any use outside of the legislative
process, including judicial review (Joint Rule 18).
Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note Bill SOP/FN INTRODUCED: 02/03/2022, 8:32 AM


Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 49-305