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English Proficiency for Truck Drivers: Enhancing Road Safety

New legislation mandates that commercial truck drivers in the U.S. must be able to read and speak English sufficiently for communication and understanding road signs. This aims to improve road safety by ensuring drivers can better respond to emergencies and communicate with others. Drivers failing to meet these requirements may be taken off the road.
Key points
All commercial motor vehicle operators must demonstrate English language proficiency to converse, understand traffic signs, respond to inquiries, and complete reports.
Drivers found non-compliant with the English language requirement will be declared out of service.
The goal is to enhance road safety by ensuring effective communication and understanding of traffic regulations among truck drivers.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3608
Sponsor: Rep. Taylor, David J. [R-OH-2]
Process start date: 2025-05-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Connor’s Law

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3608.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-05-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All commercial motor vehicle operators must demonstrate English language proficiency to converse, understand traffic signs, respond to inquiries, and complete reports.
  • Drivers found non-compliant with the English language requirement will be declared out of service.
  • The goal is to enhance road safety by ensuring effective communication and understanding of traffic regulations among truck drivers.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Taylor, David J. [R-OH-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

CATEGORIES

Transport Security