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H 601

An Act relative to creating a commercial driver’s license pilot program at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Kevin Honan

Overview: H 601 - An Act relative to creating a commercial driver's license pilot program at Madison Park Technical Vocational High SchoolStatus: Hearing rescheduled to 09/30/2025

Accompanied a new draft, see H4903
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Bill Summary · H 601

Overview: H 601 - An Act relative to creating a commercial driver's license pilot program at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School
Status: Hearing rescheduled to 09/30/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:20 PM in Gardner Auditorium, Hearing updated to New End Time
Introduced: February 27, 2025

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to establish a commercial driver's license (CDL) pilot program at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School. The program would provide students with the opportunity to obtain their CDL, which could lead to careers in the transportation industry.

Key Provisions:
- Creates a CDL pilot program at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School
- Requires the Department of Education to develop curriculum and standards for the program
- Authorizes the school to partner with local businesses and organizations to provide hands-on training and job placement assistance

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Students at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School would have the opportunity to earn their CDL and gain valuable job skills
- The transportation industry could benefit from a pipeline of qualified, licensed drivers
- Local businesses may have the opportunity to collaborate with the school and hire program graduates

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill is currently scheduled for a hearing on September 30, 2025, with an updated end time
- If passed, the CDL pilot program would need to be implemented and integrated into the school's curriculum

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

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