VERIFY CDL Act (H.R. 7200)
January 22, 2026
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Currently in_committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
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If passed, this law would mandate that all commercial drivers in the U.S. prove their legal employment authorization via E-Verify as a condition for obtaining or keeping their professional driving license.
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Commercial drivers
Drivers must undergo E-Verify checks to obtain or renew their commercial licenses.
State licensing agencies
Agencies must integrate E-Verify checks into their commercial driver's license application and renewal processes.
Current stage: in_committee.
Floor Vote.
Summary
Why It Matters
If passed, this law would mandate that all commercial drivers in the U.S. prove their legal employment authorization via E-Verify as a condition for obtaining or keeping their professional driving license.
Key Facts
- The bill is officially titled the 'Verification of Employment and Residency Integrity For Commercial Driver's Licenses Act' or the 'VERIFY CDL Act'.
- The bill amends Section 31305(b)(2) of title 49, United States Code.
- States would be prohibited from issuing or renewing a commercial driver's license unless the applicant's employment authorization is verified through the E-Verify Program.
- Verification must occur at the time of the application for the issuance or renewal of the license.
- The E-Verify Program is defined by section 403(a) of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this bill affect regular driver's licenses?
What system will states use to check employment status?
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Federalization of Licensing Requirements
The bill seeks to mandate a specific federal verification process for state-issued professional licenses, representing a shift toward federal oversight of state licensing criteria.
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