Texas stops issuing CDLs to non-citizens to comply with feds - freightwaves.com
Texas has stopped issuing Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs) to non-citizens to comply with federal regulations, affecting non-citizen truck drivers in the state.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Trucking / FMCSA Compliance space on August 8, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. Non-citizen commercial drivers in Texas and the motor carriers that employ them. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Not specified in the source.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Trucking / FMCSA Compliance continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Texas is no longer issuing CDLs to non-citizens, effective immediately.
Who it affects
Non-citizen commercial drivers in Texas and the motor carriers that employ them.
What you must do
Non-citizen drivers should check the status of any pending CDL applications and consult with their employer or legal counsel about alternative options.
Deadline
Not specified in the source.
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