The bill amends the Michigan Vehicle Code, specifically section 312e, to update the requirements for individuals operating commercial motor vehicles. Key changes include the replacement of gender-specific pronouns with gender-neutral language, such as changing "his or her" to "the individual's." The bill outlines the necessary vehicle group designations (A, B, and C) that individuals must obtain based on the type of vehicle they intend to operate, along with the corresponding endorsements for hazardous materials, passenger transport, and school buses. It also emphasizes the requirement for knowledge and driving skills tests that comply with federal standards, as well as the completion of entry-level driver training.

Additionally, the bill specifies exemptions for certain individuals, such as police officers and firefighters operating authorized emergency vehicles, and clarifies the conditions under which the vehicle group designation and endorsements apply. It mandates that fees collected for these designations be deposited into the state treasury and outlines the distribution of refunds to counties or municipalities involved in the examination process. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of House Bill No. 4301.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 257.312
As Passed by the House: 257.312