Non-Domiciled CDL Reporting Act
- Bill Number
- H.R. 8640
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Transportation and Public Works
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2026-04-30: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- Last Updated
- 2026-05-19T20:00:37Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
The Non-Domiciled CDL Reporting Act (H.R. 8640) aims to improve oversight of commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) issued to non-domiciled individuals—those not permanent residents of a U.S. state—by creating a federal system to verify their immigration status and flag potential unlawful presence in the U.S.
Key Provisions
- Access to SAVE System: Within 90 days of enactment, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) must make its Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) service available to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). SAVE is a tool to check immigration status.
- State Reporting Requirements: State driver's license agencies must submit to FMCSA:
- The expiration date of any non-domiciled CDL issued.
- A copy of the license for each non-domiciled CDL holder.
- Processing and Enforcement:
- FMCSA processes submitted data through SAVE.
- If a holder has unlawful presence (e.g., overstayed visa), FMCSA reports them to USCIS.
- USCIS investigates the individual for potential removal from the U.S.
- Waivers and Penalties: States can request waivers from these requirements. Noncompliance may lead to withholding of federal highway funds.
- Annual Reporting: FMCSA must submit yearly reports to Congress detailing flagged non-domiciled CDLs and the issuing states.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- Adds a new section (§ 31162) to Title 49 of the U.S. Code (motor carrier safety laws) requiring the CDL database and SAVE integration.
- Amends § 31314 to allow withholding of federal funds for states failing to comply with the new rules.
- Updates § 31315 to extend waiver options to states for these CDL reporting requirements.
Potential Impacts
- Government Agencies: FMCSA gains new database management duties; USCIS handles additional investigations and SAVE access; states face data submission burdens and risk losing funds.
- Citizens and Drivers: U.S. citizens are unaffected, but non-domiciled CDL holders (often foreign truck drivers) face immigration checks that could lead to license issues or deportation.
- Trucking Industry: May reduce unqualified drivers, improving road safety but potentially limiting the pool of non-resident drivers.
- No direct international relations impact, though it enforces U.S. immigration rules on foreign nationals in transportation.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Federal Agencies: FMCSA (lead implementation), USCIS (immigration checks).
- State Agencies: Driver's license offices (data submission).
- Non-Domiciled CDL Holders: Primarily foreign nationals or temporary residents with CDLs.
- Trucking Companies: Rely on these drivers for cross-border or long-haul operations.
- Congress: Transportation and Infrastructure Committee (House) and Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee (Senate) receive reports.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal: Builds on existing immigration (SAVE) and motor carrier laws (Title 49 U.S.C.), linking transportation licensing to federal immigration enforcement without new courts or hearings.
- Constitutional: No direct challenges noted; supports federal authority over interstate commerce and immigration.
- Political: Could spark debate on immigration enforcement in essential industries like trucking, balancing safety with labor needs; enforces compliance via funding leverage on states.
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Sponsor
Rep. Taylor, David J. [R-OH-2]
Cosponsors (1)
Rep. Shreve, Jefferson [R-IN-6]
Recent Actions
- 2026-04-30: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- 2026-04-30: Introduced in House
- 2026-04-30: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- Non-Domiciled CDL Reporting Act — issued 2026-04-30 — PDF (4 pages)