FMCSAFinal Rule
Commercial Driver's License Standards: Restoring Integrity to the Issuance of Non-Domiciled Commercial Drivers Licenses; Correction
TransportationLabor & Workplace
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Summary
This regulation fixes problems with how commercial driver's licenses are issued to truck drivers who don't live in the state where they get their license. The rule aims to prevent fraud and ensure that only qualified drivers get these licenses, which are required to operate large commercial trucks.
Key Points
- 1The regulation addresses dishonest practices where truck drivers could obtain commercial licenses from states where they don't actually live, bypassing stricter requirements in their home states
- 2It requires states to verify that applicants have a genuine connection to the state issuing the license before granting a commercial driver's license
- 3The rule helps protect public safety by ensuring all commercial drivers meet consistent safety and qualification standards
- 4The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is the federal agency overseeing this change to maintain integrity in the licensing system
- 5Public comments on this regulation are being accepted until November 29, 2025, allowing citizens and industry groups to provide feedback before final implementation
Key Dates
Published
October 2, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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