Section 380.603 - Applicability(a) The rules in this subpart apply to all entry-level drivers, as defined in this subpart, who intend to drive CMVs as defined in § 383.5 of this chapter in interstate and/or intrastate commerce, except: (1) Drivers excepted from the CDL requirements under § 383.3(c), (d), and (h) of this chapter;(2) Drivers applying for a restricted CDL under § 383.3(e) through (g) of this chapter;(3) Military personnel with military CMV experience who meet all the requirements and conditions of § 383.77 of this chapter; and(4) Drivers applying for a removal of a restriction in accordance with § 383.135(b)(7) .(b) Drivers issued a Class A CDL, Class B CDL, or a passenger (P), school bus (S), or hazardous materials (H) endorsement before February 7, 2022, are not required to comply with this subpart pertaining to that CDL or endorsement.(c)(1) Individuals who obtain a CLP before February 7, 2022, are not required to comply with this subpart if they obtain a CDL before the CLP or renewed CLP expires.(2) Individuals who obtain a CLP on or after February 7, 2022, are required to comply with this subpart.(3) Except for individuals seeking the H endorsement, individuals must complete the theory and BTW (range and public road) portions of entry-level driver training within one year of completing the first portion. 81 FR 88790 , Dec. 8, 2016, as amended at 83 FR 48725 , Sept. 27, 2018; 85 FR 6100 , Feb. 4, 2020; 86 FR 57069 , Oct. 14, 2021 81 FR 88790, 2/6/2017; as amended at 83 FR 48725, 9/27/2018; 85 FR 6100, 2/4/2020; 86 FR 57069, 10/14/2021