LEG REG REVIEW 2015, 31st Issue – November 2, 2015
LEG REG REVIEW is a periodic newsletter produced by PHILLIPS ASSOCIATES, a professional lobbying and consultant firm located near the State Capitol. It contains news on the legislative and regulatory scene in Pennsylvania that may be of interest to the Insurance and Business Communities. It is a free member benefit for those who are members of the Pennsylvania Association of Health Underwriters (PAHU). Subscription information may be obtained by contacting PHILLIPS ASSOCIATES at 717/728-1217 FAX 717/232-7005 or e-mail to xenobun@aol.com. Please email jtrout2792@aol.com supplying both your name and e-mail address if you wish to be removed from or added to this list. COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSE LEGISLATION IS SIGNED INTO LAW Senate Bill 925 (Rafferty-R-Montgomery) was signed into law by Governor Tom Wolf as Act 49 of 2015. This bill updates PA requirements for the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL): – No employer shall allow a driver to operate a commercial vehicle unless the person is qualified – CDL tests are in English and no interpreters are allowed – PA will accept other states’ skills tests as long as those tests meet Federal standards – If there is evidence of fraud, the driver must retake the test(s) within 30 days – … Read More
