Section 1 Short title
This Act may be cited as the “Waiving Hindrances to Economic Enterprise and Labor Act” or the “WHEEL Act”.
Waiving Hindrances to Economic Enterprise and Labor Act
A BILL
To amend the FAST Act to modify eligibility requirements for participation in a commercial driver pilot program, and for other purposes.
Sec. 2 Commercial driver pilot program
Section 5404(f)(4) of the FAST Act (Public Law 114–94; 49 U.S.C. 31315 note) is amended to read as follows:
“(4) Covered driver—The term “covered driver” means an individual who—
“(A) is between the ages of 18 and 21;
“(B) holds a valid commercial driver’s license;
“(C) has a driving record without citations, violations, or other safety infractions; and
“(D) has received a certification of completion of a training program or similar qualification, as determined appropriate by the Secretary, demonstrating skill and aptitude with respect to the operation of a commercial motor vehicle.”