Illinois DSD CB 2 Form: Charter Bus Certification Guide

Illinois DSD CB 2 Form: Charter Bus Certification Guide – Charter bus operators in Illinois who transport students in grades 12 and below for school-sponsored activities must comply with strict state regulations. One key requirement is the timely reporting of driver employment changes and removals using the official Illinois Secretary of State Form DSD CB 2. This dual-purpose form, officially titled the Charter Bus Certification of Employee Removal/Employment Notification Report, helps the Secretary of State maintain accurate records of drivers holding a Charter Bus Endorsement (C endorsement) on their Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

This guide explains the purpose of Form DSD CB 2, when employers must use it, how to complete it correctly, submission requirements, and related compliance obligations under Illinois law. Information is drawn from official Illinois Secretary of State resources and administrative rules to help U.S.-based charter bus companies stay compliant.

What Is Form DSD CB 2?

Form DSD CB 2 is a mandatory notification document issued by the Illinois Secretary of State Driver Services Department. It serves two primary functions on a single form:

Certification of Employee Removal — Used when an employer removes a charter bus driver from service after the Secretary of State has canceled or suspended (or is about to suspend) the driver’s Charter Bus Endorsement.
Employer Notification Report — Used to report new employment, termination of employment, involvement in a qualifying accident, or failure/refusal of required drug testing for a driver holding a Charter Bus Endorsement.

The form ensures the state maintains current records of who is authorized to operate charter buses transporting school students. Failure to submit required notifications can result in compliance issues for the employer.

You can download the official Form DSD CB 2 directly from the Illinois Secretary of State website: Download Form DSD CB 2 (PDF).

Who Must Use Form DSD CB 2?

Any public or private employer that employs drivers holding (or applying for) an Illinois Charter Bus Endorsement must use this form. This includes charter bus companies contracted by schools to transport students in grades 12 or below for school-sponsored activities, field trips, or special events.

According to Illinois administrative rules (92 Ill. Adm. Code § 1030.82), employers are responsible for notifying the Secretary of State in writing of key employment events involving these drivers. The form is the prescribed method for these notifications.

When Must Employers Submit Form DSD CB 2?

Employers must complete and submit the appropriate section of Form DSD CB 2 in the following situations:

New Employment — When a driver who already holds a valid Charter Bus Endorsement is hired by the company.
Termination of Employment — When a driver is no longer employed as a charter bus driver by the company.
Removal from Service — When the Secretary of State has canceled or suspended (or will suspend) the driver’s endorsement, the employer must certify removal from service before the driver’s next work shift.
Post-Accident Drug Testing — Within one business day after a charter bus used to transport students is involved in an accident that requires post-accident testing under 49 C.F.R. § 382.303.
Failed or Refused Drug Test — When a driver fails to obtain a negative drug test result or refuses/fails to complete required testing under Section 6-508 of the Illinois Vehicle Code or federal law.

These requirements are outlined on the official Illinois Secretary of State Charter Bus Endorsement page and in 92 Ill. Adm. Code § 1030.82.

How to Complete Form DSD CB 2?

The form has two main sides/sections. Provide accurate information under penalty of perjury.

Section 1: Certification of Employee Removal

Complete this side when removing a driver whose endorsement has been or will be canceled/suspended by the Secretary of State. Required information includes:

Driver’s full name, address, driver’s license number, Social Security number, and date of birth
Employer number (the 7-digit number assigned by the Secretary of State)
Date of removal from service
Signature of employer or designee, employer name, address, telephone, and fax number

Note: This certification applies only to drivers whose endorsement has been canceled or suspended (or will be suspended) based on information provided on the form.

Section 2: Employer Notification Report

Use this side for employment status changes, accidents, or drug-testing issues. Check the applicable box and provide the relevant date:

Accepted for employment while holding a previously issued valid endorsement
No longer employed as a charter bus driver
Involved in a qualifying accident requiring post-accident testing (submit within one business day)
Failed to obtain a negative drug test result
Refused to submit to or failed to complete required drug testing

Include the same driver and employer identification details, then sign and date the form.

Where and How to Submit Form DSD CB 2?

Completed forms must be mailed to:

Secretary of State
CDL/Safe Ride Section
2701 S. Dirksen Parkway
Springfield, Illinois 62723

Employers should retain copies of all certifications and notifications on company premises. These records must be available for immediate inspection by the Secretary of State.

For questions, contact the Safe Ride Section at 217-782-7674 or use the contact form on the Illinois Secretary of State website.

Related Employer Requirements for Charter Bus Endorsements

Form DSD CB 2 is part of a broader set of employer obligations. Other key requirements include:

Requesting a 7-digit employer assigned number by faxing a request on company letterhead to 217-524-3654.
Scheduling fingerprint-based criminal background checks through an Illinois State Police-approved vendor for new applicants.
Completing the employer section of the Charter Bus Application (Form DSD CB 1).
Maintaining records of all certifications and verifications for inspection.

Drivers themselves must meet age, CDL, medical, background check, and testing requirements before obtaining or renewing the C endorsement. Full details are available on the official Charter Bus Endorsement page.

Legal Authority and Penalties

These requirements are grounded in the Illinois Vehicle Code (particularly 625 ILCS 5/6-104 and 5/6-508) and administrative rules at 92 Ill. Adm. Code § 1030.82. Employers who fail to remove a driver from service when required or who allow an unqualified driver to operate a charter bus may face penalties under state law.

Maintaining accurate and timely notifications through Form DSD CB 2 helps protect student passengers and ensures continued eligibility to provide charter bus services to Illinois schools.

Download the Official Form and Additional Resources

Always use the most current official version of the form:

For the most up-to-date guidance, visit the official Illinois Secretary of State website or contact the Safe Ride Section directly. Staying current with Form DSD CB 2 submissions is an essential part of operating a compliant charter bus service in Illinois.