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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Third-Party Commercial Driver’s License Testing<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">In September, the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) received notification from the Oregon Driver and Motor Vehicle Services (DMV) that the current Third-Party Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Testing agreement
did not meet the standards outlined in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations for CDL testing. As a short-term solution to maintain CDL testing availability for school districts, we drafted formal agreements of authority with school districts and pupil
transportation companies, as well as verified proof of insurance for these entities.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">In the long-term, ODE does not have statutory authority to enter into testing agreements with DMV beyond May 2019. Due to this change, DMV will begin contracting directly with school districts and bus companies
for CDL test administration. ODE will continue to provide oversight of the training and bus certification program for all school bus drivers, and we are working jointly to maintain one class for training and one exam for drivers.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Informational Event About These Changes<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">As a result of this change, both agencies are seeking your input as we strive to ensure adequate examiner coverage across the state for prospective school bus drivers. While we
have barriers to work through, we also have opportunities in regards to partnerships, improved outcomes and access for exams. The primary focus of this revised program is ensuring continued access to licensing drivers for safe school bus operators. We invite
you or a representative to participate in an information session. You may attend in person at ODE or participate online. Please RSVP to Brock Dittus at
</span><a href="mailto:brock.dittus@ode.state.or.us"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">brock.dittus@ode.state.or.us</span></a><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> for either of the sessions listed below.
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Tuesday, January 22, 1-3:00 p.m.
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Thursday, February 14, 9-11:00 a.m.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">If you have questions about the agreements, the change in CDL testing requirements or the continuation of the training and bus certification program, please reach out to
</span><a href="mailto:brock.dittus@ode.state.or.us"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Brock Dittus</span></a><span style="font-size:12.0pt">. Our goal is to continue to provide clarity and continued service as we work together for solutions.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Sincerely, <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Nick Hopper, Third Party Compliance Coordinator<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Driver Programs at the Department of Motor Vehicles
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Candace Pelt, Ed.D, Assistant Superintendent
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Office of Student Services at the Oregon Department of Education
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