CDL Act

This bill amends the REAL ID Act of 2005 to introduce new requirements for federally recognized identification. It mandates that state-issued driver's licenses and identification cards must clearly indicate whether the holder is a United States citizen or not. This provision applies to all new licenses and IDs issued 60 days after the bill's enactment, ensuring standardized citizenship information on documents accepted for federal purposes.

Additionally, the legislation establishes stringent minimum requirements for the federal recognition of commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) and non-domicile CDLs. States must verify an applicant's identity and confirm their legal status before issuing a federally recognized CDL. Acceptable statuses include being a national of the United States, an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or a nonimmigrant holding specific visa categories such as E(ii), H(ii)(a), or H(ii)(b).