Senate Bill 783 aims to amend the existing commercial driver training grant program by expanding eligibility for grants to include applicants who pay for third-party training providers. The bill maintains the requirement that training must meet the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) standards and that the training provider must be listed with the FMCSA. However, it removes the stipulation that training must occur at a facility operated by the applicant, allowing for greater flexibility in training locations. Additionally, the bill specifies that only one grant can be awarded per individual trained.

Key changes in the bill include the insertion of language that allows applicants to either provide training directly or pay for a third party to do so, as well as the requirement that applicants must have at least one facility in the state. The bill also introduces a new provision that clarifies the conditions under which grants can be awarded, particularly distinguishing between training providers and other applicants. Overall, these amendments are designed to enhance access to commercial driver training and streamline the grant application process.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 106.276(1)(c)1, 106.276, 106.276(1)(c)2, 106.276(1)(c)2m