Indiana Senate adds English-language CDL testing, immigration checks to trucking bill

By: Casey Smith

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: February 24, 2026

Words: 1,169

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 2 days ago

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A push from Gov. Mike Braun and Republican lawmakers to tighten oversight of commercial truck drivers advanced in the Indiana Senate Monday, fueled by recent fatal crashes and a broader, ongoing debate over immigration enforcement.

New language folded into House Bill 1200 would require commercial truck drivers in Indiana to prove English proficiency — and risk losing their licenses if they lack legal immigration status.

Senators must still give the measure a final …

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