Bill · H.R. 5688· House(119-HR-5688)

Non-Domiciled CDL Integrity Act

Age: 54 years

North Carolina

Introduced: 10/3/2025
Last activity: 3/18/2026 — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 35 - 26.
Sponsored by: David Rouzer
Cosponsors: - 80 - 0

Transportation and Public Works

Introduced

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Non-Domiciled CDL Integrity Act," aims to amend title 49 of the United States Code. It focuses on the requirements for states when issuing commercial driver's licenses to individuals who are not domiciled in the United States. The legislation establishes specific regulations for issuing licenses to those domiciled in foreign jurisdictions. It also sets different requirements for applicants from specific U.S. territories. These rules include mandates for verifying legal status and maintaining specific record-keeping standards.

Yes

Does this give the federal government more power?+3
The bill grants the Secretary more authority to prescribe regulations regarding foreign-domiciled commercial driver's licenses.
Does this tighten control of the border?+2
The bill enhances oversight of non-domiciled individuals by requiring states to verify immigration status for CDL issuance.
Does this repair or build roads and bridges?+1
By regulating CDL issuance, the bill seeks to ensure integrity in the commercial driver workforce that operates road infrastructure.

The opposite· 3 of 5

Would immigrants be better off under this?-3
The bill introduces more rigorous verification processes and restricts the duration of licenses for non-domiciled immigrants.
Is this likely to create jobs?-2
The bill imposes stricter visa and time-limited licensing requirements for foreign-domiciled workers which may limit labor supply.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?-1
The increased documentation and time-limited license requirements could create barriers for low-income foreign workers.