Relating to human trafficking prevention training for persons seeking to renew a commercial driver’s license, and including applicability provisions

This bill relates to human trafficking prevention training for persons seeking to renew a commercial driver’s license (CDL). Beginning January 1, 2022, a person seeking renewal of a CDL must certify to the department of transportation (DOT) that the person successfully completed approved human trafficking prevention training (training) since the person’s last renewal, or since the initial issuance of the CDL if it is the person’s first renewal. The training must be made available to persons seeking renewal of a CDL by the DOT and may be developed in conjunction with the department of public safety, another governmental agency, or a nongovernmental or community organization that has expertise in the area of human trafficking. The training must be approved by the commissioner of public safety. The training must focus on the accurate and prompt identification and reporting of, and response to, suspected human trafficking. The minimum requirements for the training content are outlined in the bill. A CDL operator who has completed the training pursuant to the bill and who acts in good faith is immune from civil liability for reporting suspected human trafficking activities to any law enforcement official. A CDL must be renewed every eight years, with certain exceptions.