hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Prohibits certain non-citizens from using commercial driver's licenses.
Republican Senator John Cornyn of Texas.
Introduced in Senate, in committee.
This bill, called the "Dalilah's Law Act," would make it illegal for certain non-citizens (those defined as inadmissible, deportable, or paroled into the U.S.) to use commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) for interstate or foreign commerce. It also requires states to verify employment eligibility for CDL applicants using a system like E-Verify. The bill was introduced by Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) and other Republican senators and is currently under review by the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Introduced Mar 26, 2026
The bill has been introduced in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. For it to become law, it must pass through this committee, then be approved by a vote in the full Senate. If it passes the Senate, it would then need to pass the House of Representatives and be signed into law by the President. There are no specific dates yet for committee hearings or votes.
If this bill becomes law, individuals defined as "covered aliens" could face fines, imprisonment, or even the death penalty if they cause a fatal commercial vehicle accident while using a CDL. State and local government employees could face imprisonment for issuing CDLs without confirming employment eligibility through a system like E-Verify. Businesses or organizations that knowingly help such drivers could face civil penalties of $50,000 per violation. Additionally, individuals injured in accidents caused by these drivers could sue for triple damages and legal costs.
Supporters Say
Supporters would likely argue this bill enhances road safety and strengthens immigration enforcement by preventing certain non-citizens from operating commercial vehicles.
Critics Say
Critics might raise concerns about the broad definitions of who is affected, the severity of the penalties, or potential federal overreach into state licensing processes.
The bill's proponents would emphasize public safety, arguing that only those legally authorized to be in the U.S. and to work should operate commercial vehicles, especially given the potential for serious accidents. Opponents, however, might question the scope of individuals targeted by the bill, the appropriateness of applying the death penalty in these specific circumstances, and the challenges or fairness of mandating new federal verification requirements on state licensing authorities.