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The Dalilah Law: New Citizenship and English Requirements for Commercial Drivers

This bill restricts commercial driver's licenses to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and specific work visa holders. It also mandates that all commercial driving tests and certifications be conducted strictly in English.
Key points
Limits commercial licenses to citizens, green card holders, and specific temporary workers (E-2, H-2A, H-2B).
Requires all current commercial drivers to undergo mandatory recertification within 180 days.
Mandates English language proficiency and requires all licensing exams to be taken exclusively in English.
Imposes a lifetime ban on commercial driving for individuals operating without the required legal status.
Withholds federal funding from states that fail to comply with the new verification and testing rules.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3917
Sponsor: Sen. Banks, Jim [R-IN]
Process start date: 2026-02-25
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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_S_3917.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-02-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Limits commercial licenses to citizens, green card holders, and specific temporary workers (E-2, H-2A, H-2B).
  • Requires all current commercial drivers to undergo mandatory recertification within 180 days.
  • Mandates English language proficiency and requires all licensing exams to be taken exclusively in English.
  • Imposes a lifetime ban on commercial driving for individuals operating without the required legal status.
  • Withholds federal funding from states that fail to comply with the new verification and testing rules.
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 Sen. Banks, Jim [R-IN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-03-12.

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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