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CDL Manual

Each state has its own Commercial Driver's License Manual and drivers should always use their state's manual to prepare for the knowledge and skills testing. Many states have their manuals available online for downloading and printing for your convenience.

Hearing Impairment Resources

Accommodation for Hearing Impaired Drivers Medical Overview What are the hearing requirements for CMV drivers? What is the Auditory Requirement? FMCSA Website references Executive Summary - Hearing, Vestibular Function and Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver Safety; August...

Federal Initiatives - Military Transportation

FMCSA works closely with a diverse group of Federal partners to make opportunities available to U.S. Military Service members and veterans taking advantage of training and experience as they consider transitioning to a civilian job in the transportation industry.

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Military Skills Test Waiver Program

In May 2011, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration finalized the Commercial Learner's Permit rule. Within that rule is a provision that gives State Driver Licensing Agencies (SDLAs) the authority to substitute two years of experience safely operating trucks or...

Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT)

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) proposed a set of comprehensive national prerequisite training standards for entry-level commercial truck and bus drivers seeking to obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL).