Yes
When the CDL legislation was passed in 1986.
No... CDL information from all states goes to CDLIS, and you'll be denied in every state. If you did something causing your CDL to be revoked for life, you probably don't need to be out there in a CMV, anyhow...
It is a CDL restriction in all states and territories of the United States.
A CDL is required to operate a CMV in ALL states and territories of the United States. The US recognises equivalent licences from Mexico and Canada, as well.
They all do - CDLs (permits and licenses) are federally regulated, meaning that the regulations and requirements apply to all states. Thus, no state has any grounds for objection in regards to honoring CDL permits from other states.
You can find all requirements for CDL licenses at www.fmcsa.dot.gov. This is the government website for motor carriers, and explains all the types of licenses and what you need to do to get them.
You can get good cdl training at any cdl school. A website called greatcdltraining . com is where you can find more information about the cdl training .
Yes, once you've established yourself as a permanent resident of Pennsylvania. If you become employed as a CDL driver in the continental 48 states, your employer is going to expect you to obtain a CDL with your current address, anyhow. CDLs are federally regulated, so the criteria is the same throughout all states and territories.
yesAdded: Use caution and check with the DMV's of the states into which you wish to drive. NOT ALL states honor out-of-state drivers permits.
The only way you'd need a CDL for it is if you were transporting hazardous materials with it. This holds true for all states.
The benefits all depend on who or where you work. If you work for a national company you might be able to see the country for free. CDL benefits can be good or bad. If you want to be a truck driver, get a cdl.
You will not be granted the CDL certification you are seeking. The good news is, your regular operators license will still be valid.