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H.R. 5688: Non-Domiciled CDL Integrity Act

The Non-Domiciled CDL Integrity Act (HR 5688) aims to establish specific regulations for the issuance of commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) to individuals who are not domiciled in the issuing state. Here is a summary of the key provisions:

Eligibility for Non-Domiciled CDLs

The bill outlines two main scenarios under which non-domiciled individuals can receive a CDL:

  • Foreign-Domiciled Individuals:
    • Individuals from foreign jurisdictions can receive a CDL if they meet certain criteria:
      • They must have lawful immigration status in the U.S.
      • They must possess a visa that is directly linked to a legitimate job that requires a commercial driver’s license.
      • The state must verify their lawful immigration status before issuing the CDL.
      • The CDL can be issued for a period of up to one year or until the expiration of their authorized stay in the U.S., whichever is shorter.
      • The state is required to keep records of the issuance of these licenses for at least two years and provide such records to the Secretary of Transportation upon request.
  • Individuals from U.S. Territories:
    • For applicants from Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, or the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the criteria are slightly different:
      • They must provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status.
      • The state must confirm their citizenship or residency status prior to issuing the CDL.
      • Similar to foreign applicants, the state must retain records for at least two years and provide them to the Secretary upon request.

State Responsibilities

States are tasked with establishing processes to verify the immigration status or citizenship of applicants for non-domiciled CDLs. The bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining accurate records and complying with federal regulations regarding the issuance of CDLs.

Overall Impact

The bill is designed to tighten regulations surrounding the issuance of commercial driver’s licenses to individuals who are not permanent residents or who do not demonstrate domicile in the state where they are applying. This is likely aimed at ensuring that those who drive commercial vehicles on U.S. roads are properly vetted and qualified.

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Date Action
Dec. 01, 2025 Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Oct. 03, 2025 Introduced in House
Oct. 03, 2025 Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

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