Are you going to self-certify?
Yes, i want to do that.
That's ok. You'll be complying with the new federal regulations that require from all commercial drivers to certify to DMV the type of drive they are performing.
something else I want to ask about federal regulations. How can I obtain more information?
You can look under the Driver License Class Descriptions MV-500C
What happens after I meet all the requirements?
Your CDL will be issued and the class, endorsements and restrictions will depend upons the type of CMV you operated in the military.
What specific topic can I look under?
You would be able to look under the Topic, Commercial Drivers for more information.
What requirements do I need to meet for the military waiver?