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New Restrictions on Commercial Driver's Licenses for Non-Citizens

This bill restricts the issuance of commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) to U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and specific work visa holders. It mandates a nationwide recertification process to verify the legal status and English proficiency of all current commercial drivers.
Key points
Prohibits states from issuing CDLs to individuals who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents, except for specific work visa categories.
Requires all current commercial license holders to undergo recertification within 180 days to prove their legal status.
Mandates that all commercial driving tests and proficiency requirements be conducted strictly in English.
Imposes a lifetime ban on operating commercial vehicles for individuals caught driving without the required citizenship or visa status.
Withholds federal transportation funding from states that fail to implement these verification and language requirements.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7758
Sponsor: Rep. Barr, Andy [R-KY-6]
Process start date: 2026-03-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

The Dalilah Law

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7758.

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 2026-03-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits states from issuing CDLs to individuals who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents, except for specific work visa categories.
  • Requires all current commercial license holders to undergo recertification within 180 days to prove their legal status.
  • Mandates that all commercial driving tests and proficiency requirements be conducted strictly in English.
  • Imposes a lifetime ban on operating commercial vehicles for individuals caught driving without the required citizenship or visa status.
  • Withholds federal transportation funding from states that fail to implement these verification and language requirements.
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. Barr, Andy [R-KY-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-03-18.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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