Bill 118 s 3475, also known as the Strengthening the Commercial Driver’s License Information System Act, aims to enhance the Commercial Driver’s License Information System (CDLIS) in order to improve the safety and security o...
f commercial truck drivers on the road.
The bill proposes several key provisions, including the requirement for states to update the CDLIS within one business day of receiving new information about a commercial driver, such as a traffic violation or license suspension. This real-time updating of the system will help ensure that accurate and up-to-date information is available to law enforcement agencies and employers who rely on the CDLIS to verify a driver’s qualifications.
Additionally, the bill calls for the implementation of a process to notify states when a commercial driver’s license is suspended or revoked in another state. This will help prevent drivers from continuing to operate commercial vehicles illegally after losing their license in one state.
Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to improve the sharing of information between states and federal agencies, such as the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), to better track and monitor commercial drivers with a history of safety violations or other issues.
Overall, the Strengthening the Commercial Driver’s License Information System Act aims to enhance the safety and security of commercial truck drivers and the general public by improving the accuracy and timeliness of information in the CDLIS.