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119-hr-7200119th CongressWALLET

VERIFY CDL Act

Sponsored By: Representative Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]

In Committee

Summary

E-Verify checks for every commercial driver's license application and renewal. This bill would add a new eligibility condition to federal CDL rules so a state may issue or renew a commercial driver's license only if the applicant's authorization to work in the United States is verified through the E-Verify program at the time of application.

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

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E-Verify required for commercial drivers

If enacted, this bill would require States to use E-Verify before issuing or renewing any commercial driver's license. Verification would have to be completed at the time an applicant applies for an initial CDL or for renewal. You would need to be verified as authorized to work in the United States to get or renew a CDL. People who cannot be verified would face delays or denial.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]

AZ • R

Cosponsors

  • Rep. Moore, Barry [R-AL-1]

    AL • R

    Sponsored 5/11/2026

Roll Call Votes

No roll call votes available for this bill.

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