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Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

A special driver's license required to operate large, heavy, or placarded hazardous material vehicles in commerce, such as tractor-trailers, buses, and other commercial motor vehicles.

Lawful Permanent Resident

An individual who has been granted the privilege of residing permanently in the United States as an immigrant. They are commonly referred to as 'green card' holders.

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)

The federal agency that oversees lawful immigration to the United States. They handle applications for immigration benefits, including work authorization.

Title 49, United States Code

A section of federal law that deals with transportation. This bill proposes amendments to specific parts of this title related to commercial driver's licenses.

Commercial Motor Vehicle

A motor vehicle or combination of motor vehicles used in commerce to transport passengers or property if the vehicle meets certain weight, passenger capacity, or hazardous material transport criteria.

English-language proficiency requirements

Federal rules that require commercial drivers to be able to read and speak the English language sufficiently to understand traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and converse with the public.