This bill amends section 39-06.2-06 of the North Dakota Century Code, which pertains to the requirements for obtaining and holding a commercial driver's license (CDL). Key changes include the insertion of specific conditions under which individuals may drive commercial motor vehicles without a CDL, such as when driving a house car or towing a travel trailer for personal use, operating emergency or firefighting equipment, or driving for military purposes, provided they comply with federal regulations. Additionally, the bill clarifies that individuals cannot drive commercial vehicles if their driving privileges are suspended, revoked, or canceled, and it specifies exemptions for farm-to-market operations and emergency snow removal by political subdivisions with populations under three thousand.

The bill also introduces provisions for waiving certain knowledge and skills tests for employees of agrichemical businesses and custom harvesters, allowing for a restricted CDL to be issued for specific periods. Furthermore, it exempts holders of class A CDLs from needing a hazardous materials endorsement under certain conditions, such as when transporting diesel in limited quantities. The bill emphasizes compliance with federal regulations throughout and declares the act an emergency measure, indicating its immediate importance.

Statutes affected:
PREFILED: 39-06.2-06
Enrollment: 39-06.2-06
INTRODUCED: 39-06.2-06