MO HCR5

Urges the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to establish a controlled pilot program to evaluate lowering the minimum age for interstate commercial motor vehicle drivers from 21 to 19 years old.

Pilot program should include behind-the-wheel training, mentoring, and evaluation components while maintaining highway safety standards.

Current federal law allows states to issue commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) to 19-year-olds for intrastate operation only, but prohibits interstate commerce for drivers under 21.

Addresses the severe commercial motor vehicle driver shortage nationwide and would create career opportunities for younger drivers.

Directs the Missouri House Chief Clerk to send copies of the resolution to the FMCSA Assistant Administrator and all Missouri Congressional Delegation members.