Ohio launches tax credit program for commercial driver's license training

In an effort to increase how many truck drivers work in Ohio, Gov. DeWine, Lt. Gov. Jon Husted and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik announced the launch of a new program to help alleviate the cost of Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training.

The CDL Training Program will provide $3 million in tax credits to Ohio employers to support upskilling of current and future employees.

"Ohio is a state that makes things, and commercial drivers are essential to getting our products from here to there," DeWine said. "This program takes a major step towards a more competitive, skilled, and agile workforce in Ohio that is poised to lead the future of manufacturing and trucking."

Employers of all sizes and industries who are registered to do business in Ohio and employ Ohio resident W-2 employees are eligible to apply. Theycan earn tax credits for half of approved training costs, up to $25,000 in tax credits.

The tax credit applies to the training and/or credentialing of both current and prospective employees.

According to the Governor's office, credentials must be for Class A or Class B state-issued CDLs.