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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 commercial driver’s license bill headed for House vote

HARRISBURG, April 18 –State Rep. Paul Costa, D-Allegheny, is proud to report that legislation he introduced regarding commercial driver’s licenses for military men and women has been voted out of the House Transportation Committee.

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.

“Members of the U.S. Armed Forces who already meet qualification standards and apply for a commercial driver’s license should receive one without having to go through unnecessary formalities,” Costa said. “My goal is to provide these men and women with a smooth transition from the military into professional life.”

States such as Georgia, Minnesota and Ohio have already passed laws containing similar language.

The bill now goes to the full House for a vote.

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