VERIFY CDL Act
HR 7200, the VERIFY CDL Act, requires states to verify an applicant's U.S. employment authorization through the E-Verify system before issuing or renewing a commercial driver's license (CDL). This applies directly to individuals seeking a CDL or its renewal, mandating that their work authorization be confirmed via E-Verify at the time of application. The bill amends federal law to make E-Verify verification a condition for CDL issuance or renewal, replacing any existing state-level requirements for this check. It does not alter E-Verify's operation but integrates it into the CDL process for all states adopting the requirement.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 22, 2026
Last action Jan 23, 2026
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Jan 23, 2026
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
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Jan 22, 2026
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Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
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Jan 22, 2026
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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