Said that law creates deterrent for illegally operated Commercial Driver’s License training schools
Rep. Ed Neilson July 30, 2026 | 2:39 PM
In alignment with his commitment to making Pennsylvania roads safer, state Rep. Ed Neilson, chair of the House Transportation Committee, said that a newly signed law will enhance penalties for unlicensed Commercial Driver’s License training centers, or “CDL mills.”
“Operating machinery that requires a CDL is an enormous responsibility and drivers must be competently trained in line with state and federal regulatory requirements,” Neilson said. “Letting these so-called training companies take shortcuts or work outside of the law is unacceptable because the smallest mistake can have devastating, life-threatening consequences to anyone who uses Pennsylvania roads.
"The penalty was $2,500, now it’s up to $25,000 for running a CDL training center not approved by the State Board of Private Licensed Schools. This is a significant penalty increase and should serve as a strong warning."
Act 50 of 2026 was signed by Gov. Josh Shapiro on July 20.
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