Trucker Training Proposal Pulls in Late
By Cindy Skrzycki
Tuesday, January 29, 2008; Page D02
The Bush administration wants new truck drivers for the first time to complete a behind-the-wheel and classroom course before they are licensed to roll on interstate highways.
The Dec. 26 proposal says new drivers would need to get training in an accredited program -- 120 hours, including 44 hours behind the wheel -- before they could get commercial licenses. Currently, truckers have to pass an exam given by the states, much like that for an auto license, that doesn't call for formal training.
Trucker Training Proposal Pulls in Late 
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