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CONTACT: Amy Figard House Democratic Communications Office Phone: 717-787-7895 Fax: 717-783-6839 Email: afigard@pahouse.net	State Rep. Paul Costa D-Allegheny www.pahouse.com/costa

Costa bill would make applying for commercial driver’s license easier for military men and women

HARRISBURG, Feb. 12 -- State Rep. Paul Costa, D-Allegheny, has introduced legislation that would allow the state to issue commercial drivers’ licenses to applicants who are members of the U.S. armed forces and already meet qualification standards.

House Bill 347 would require the state Department of Transportation to waive the skills test for a commercial driver's license applicant who is an active or reserve member of the armed forces and holds a valid Class 2, 3 or 4 driver’s license issued by any of the military branches.

“The purpose of this bill is to provide a smooth transition for military personnel into professional life,” Costa said. “This legislation is part of our commitment to the crucial men and women of the armed forces.”

Costa noted that states such as Georgia, Minnesota and Ohio have already passed laws containing similar language, and said his bill has been referred to the House Transportation Committee.

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