How do I add a Passenger (P) and/or a School Bus (S) endorsement to my Maryland CDL?
To add either endorsement to your CDL, you must first obtain a commercial learner’s permit with the appropriate endorsement(s). Keep in mind that if you want to drive a school bus you will need to add both endorsements. Note also that if you have an intrastate waiver, you are not eligible for either the Passenger (P) or School Bus (S) endorsements. After you receive your commercial learner’s permit, you must hold it for at least 14 days before you can obtain a new CDL with the added endorsement(s). While you are driving with the commercial learner’s permit: • A supervising driver (mentor) must accompany you. The supervising driver. • Must have a valid CDL of the same class as or higher class than your learner’s permit class; • Must be 21 years or older; • Must have a minimum of 3 years driving experience in the same or higher class and the applicable endorsement(s); and • Must be in the front seat, with no other front seat occupants. • You cannot use any wireless communication device (
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