Up until now, 18–20-year-olds could get a Class B CDL , but they were limited to driving within state lines. Now, young drivers can travel outside New York after completing Class A CDL training.

Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo announced Friday that 204 people received a CDL Class A license through the CDL Class A Young Adult Training Program. The recipients were ages 18 to 20.

In addition, individuals with a CDL permit can enroll in SOWELA’s CDL Class A training course. That program is a comprehensive 7-week day course that includes classroom training and behind-the-wheel, ...