The bill amends the Motor Carrier Safety Act of 1963 by updating the language regarding who is qualified to operate a commercial motor vehicle. It specifies that "an individual" must be qualified to operate such a vehicle, replacing the previous term "a person." Additionally, it clarifies that a motor carrier cannot require or permit an individual to operate a commercial motor vehicle unless that individual meets the necessary qualifications.

In terms of qualifications for intrastate transportation, the bill states that an individual is qualified if they meet the requirements of 49 CFR parts 383 and 391, with specific exceptions. Notably, the age requirement is adjusted to allow individuals as young as 18 to transport intrastate property or passengers, while those transporting hazardous materials must still be at least 21. Furthermore, the bill introduces the option for individuals to display a valid medical waiver card or be exempt from the medical waiver card provisions, removing the previous requirement for a grandfather rights card.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 480.12
As Passed by the House: 480.12