SB442 would require a noncitizen's commercial driver's license to be revoked either when the person's visa expires or after five years, whichever comes first, and would require noncitizens to pass the required knowledge and skills tests when renewing a commercial driver's license.
The Georgia State House of Representatives passed SB442 on March 27, 2026 by a vote of 98 to 59. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because this bill reinforces the rule of law, strengthens public safety, and helps ensure that noncitizens holding commercial driver's licenses remain legally authorized and properly qualified. By tying the validity of a commercial driver's license to a noncitizen's visa status and requiring renewed testing, SB442 helps prevent expired or improperly renewed licenses from being used to operate commercial vehicles. This protects Georgia drivers, upholds lawful standards for licensure, and affirms the state's responsibility to ensure that those operating large commercial vehicles meet both legal and safety requirements.
