What does Preamble of The Dalilah Law do?

This bill aims to prohibit the issuance of commercial driver's licenses to non-citizens and non-lawful permanent residents The bill applies to individuals who are not holders of certain work visas The bill was introduced to the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

What does SHORT TITLE. of The Dalilah Law do?

This bill is formally titled The Dalilah Law.

What does PROHIBITION ON ISSUANCE OF CDLS TO INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE NOT of The Dalilah Law do?

This section prohibits the issuance of commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) to individuals who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents of the United States. Exceptions are made for nonimmigrants with valid, unexpired visas under certain subparagraphs of the Immigration and Nationality Act. States must recertify CDL holders within 180 days to verify citizenship, lawful permanent residence, or nonimmigrant status, and English language proficiency. States that fail to complete recertifications or revoke licenses as required will have covered funding withheld. The Secretary will also withhold funding from states that issue CDLs to ineligible individuals or fail to verify English proficiency.

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The Dalilah Law

Last updated: 3/4/2026 · Introduced: 3/4/2026

Author: Erin Houchin (R-IN)

TL;DR (AI)

The Dalilah Law prohibits the issuance of commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) to individuals who are not U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents, with limited exceptions for specific visa holders.
States are required to recertify existing CDL holders to confirm their citizenship, lawful permanent resident status, nonimmigrant status, and English language proficiency.
Federal funding will be withheld from states that fail to comply with CDL recertification requirements or issue licenses to ineligible individuals.

119th Congressin committeeS. 3917(In Committee)Official page

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