MN HF1164

Adds definitions for "commercial driver's license," "third-party tester," and "third-party testing program" to Minnesota Statutes Chapter 171.

Establishes eligibility requirements for seven types of entities to become third-party testing programs: motor carriers, school bus companies, postsecondary schools, school districts, motorcycle safety courses, and public transit authorities.

Requires third-party testers to be at least 21 years old, possess a valid driver's license with three years of driving history, pass a prequalifying examination, complete state test administration training, and cannot be employees of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety.

Restricts third-party testers from testing relatives, imposing fees exceeding $100, testing individuals with physical disabilities requiring license restrictions, and testing those who haven't completed all coursework.

Allows school districts and school bus companies to enter bilateral agreements to test each other's bus driver employees with commissioner approval, and requires test passage to be contingent on three months continued employment and program completion.