Summary
President Donald Trump's administration is pushing for a law called the "Dalilah Law" to prevent undocumented immigrants from obtaining commercial driver's licenses. This proposal could affect thousands of truck drivers and close many trucking schools that do not meet federal standards. The plan aims to improve highway safety by addressing licensing loopholes and enforcing language requirements.
Key Facts
- President Trump is advocating for the "Dalilah Law" to bar states from giving commercial driver’s licenses to undocumented immigrants.
- The proposal follows a 2024 crash involving a truck driver, which brought attention to licensing issues.
- The proposed changes could impact at least 194,000 truck drivers, and over 550 trucking schools could be closed.
- The law needs Congress's approval to be enacted.
- Specific issues include unverified background checks and misuse of foreign trucking licenses.
- The Department of Transportation is also focusing on enforcing English-language proficiency for CDL holders.
- At least 17 fatal crashes in 2025 were linked to truck drivers who would be ineligible under the new regulations.
- The issue has received mixed reactions, with discussions on safety and discrimination concerns.
