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 a commercial motor vehicle if their driving privileges are suspended, revoked, or canceled.

The bill also introduces provisions that exempt certain farm vehicle operations from CDL requirements, specifically for farmers transporting agricultural products within a specified distance from their farms. It allows for the waiver of knowledge and skills tests for employees of agrichemical businesses and custom harvesters under certain conditions, and it exempts holders of class A CDLs from hazardous materials endorsements when transporting diesel under specific circumstances. The bill is declared an emergency measure, indicating its immediate necessity for implementation.

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