The purpose of this award to the nebraska department of motor vehicles is multi-pronged

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) awarded the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles a $247,247 Project Grant under the Commercial Driver's License Program Implementation Grant (CFDA 20.232) to support two primary objectives. The award, obligated on September 30, 2025, with completion expected by September 30, 2029, will fund the integration of drone technology to enhance Commercial Driver's License (CDL) testing and training operations throughout Nebraska, as well as cover printing costs associated with CDL manuals statewide.

This award aligns with the CDLPI program's mission to improve the national CDL system by supporting infrastructure modernization and operational improvements at the state level. The four-year performance period enables the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles to implement technology upgrades and educational materials that advance CDL compliance, testing integrity, and program effectiveness across the state. The 100 percent federal funding structure supports the state's ability to execute these initiatives without requiring matching funds.

The department aims to integrate drone technology to enhance testing and training operations statewide, and to covering the printing costs of CDL manuals.