DRIVE SAFE Act

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T15:59:59Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4399 DRIVE SAFE Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 3:59 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4399

The DRIVE SAFE Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 4399, is a piece of legislation currently being considered in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address the nationwide shortage of commercial truck drivers by allowing individuals between the ages of 18 and 21 to obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) and drive commercial vehicles across state lines.

Currently, federal law prohibits individuals under the age of 21 from obtaining a CDL and driving commercial vehicles across state lines. This has created a significant barrier for young people who are interested in pursuing a career in the trucking industry. The DRIVE SAFE Act seeks to address this issue by creating a two-step program for young drivers to obtain their CDL.

Under the provisions of the bill, individuals between the ages of 18 and 21 would be able to obtain a CDL and drive commercial vehicles within their state of residence. After completing a probationary period of driving under the supervision of an experienced driver and meeting certain safety requirements, these young drivers would then be eligible to drive commercial vehicles across state lines. Supporters of the DRIVE SAFE Act argue that allowing younger drivers to obtain a CDL and drive commercial vehicles across state lines will help alleviate the current shortage of truck drivers and provide more opportunities for young people to enter the trucking industry. However, opponents of the bill have raised concerns about the safety implications of allowing younger drivers to operate large commercial vehicles. Overall, the DRIVE SAFE Act is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to address the shortage of commercial truck drivers by allowing individuals between the ages of 18 and 21 to obtain a CDL and drive commercial vehicles across state lines. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, and its ultimate fate remains uncertain.

Congressional Summary of HR 4399

Data Recorders Installed in Vehicles Equipped So Armed Forces Endure Act or the DRIVE SAFE Act

This bill requires the Government Accountability Office to study and report on the feasibility and advisability of equipping all tactical vehicles of the Armed Forces with black box data recorders.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4399

Bill HR 4399 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 30, 2023. Bill HR 4399 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 30, 2023. Bill HR 4399's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of June 30, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4399

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4399

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4399

DRIVE SAFE Act

Data Recorders Installed in Vehicles Equipped So Armed Forces Endure Act

To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on the potential inclusion of black box data recorders in tactical vehicles of the Armed Forces.