WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

HSB 136

A bill for an act relating to driver age qualifications for certain commercial motor vehicle drivers operating solely intrastate to transport hazardous material.

2025-2026 Regular Session

Overview: HSB 136, a bill for an act relating to driver age qualifications for certain commercial motor vehicle drivers operating solely intrastate to transport hazardous material,

Committee report approving bill, renumbered as HF 527.
#commercialvehicles #driver'slicenses #driving #hazardousmaterials #highways #motorcarriers #publicsafetydepartment #transportation
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · HSB 136

Overview: HSB 136, a bill for an act relating to driver age qualifications for certain commercial motor vehicle drivers operating solely intrastate to transport hazardous material, was introduced on February 6, 2025, approved by the committee, and renumbered as HF 527.

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to address a gap in existing regulations by allowing younger drivers to operate commercial motor vehicles transporting hazardous materials within the state of Iowa, provided they meet certain age and training requirements.

Key Provisions:
- Lowers the minimum age for commercial motor vehicle drivers transporting hazardous materials from 21 to 18 years old, but only for intrastate (within Iowa) operations.
- Requires these younger drivers to complete additional training and certification programs to ensure they have the necessary skills and knowledge to safely operate the vehicles.
- Maintains the current 21-year-old age requirement for commercial drivers transporting hazardous materials across state lines (interstate operations).

Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would primarily impact commercial motor vehicle drivers between the ages of 18 and 21, as well as the companies and industries that rely on the transportation of hazardous materials within Iowa. By expanding the pool of eligible drivers, the legislation could help address potential labor shortages and improve the efficiency of intrastate hazardous material transportation.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: HSB 136 has been approved by the committee and renumbered as HF 527. The next step would be consideration by the full House, followed by potential Senate action and the governor's signature to enact the legislation.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

Sign in to ask a question.