The purpose of this award to the michigan department of state is to translate and print the CDL study manual into ten (10) languages for constituent use in preparing for the written CDL knowledge…

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) awarded a $500,767 Commercial Driver's License Program Implementation (CDLPI) Grant to the Michigan Department of State. The purpose of this award is to:

1. Translate and print the commercial driver's license (CDL) study manual into 10 languages to assist Michigan CDL holders in preparing for the written CDL knowledge tests.

2. Cover the printing and mailing of medical certificate program changes notices to Michigan CDL holders for the upcoming NR II regulations compliance date.

This four-year project grant, with a performance period from September 1, 2024 to September 30, 2028, supports the state's efforts to enhance its CDL program and ensure compliance with federal regulations. The CDLPI Grant program provides funding to states to improve the national CDL system through initiatives like modernizing testing, improving data exchange, and implementing fraud prevention measures.

The purpose of this award to the michigan department of state is to translate and print the CDL study manual into ten (10) languages for constituent use in preparing for the written CDL knowledge tests, and to cover the printing and mailing of medical certificate program changes notices to michigan CDL holders for the upcoming NR II regulations compliance date.