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SB 164·SD·senate

require that any holder of a commercial driver license in this state must be proficient in the English language, and to provide a penalty therefor.

Signed into LawFiled Jan 29, 2026
Sponsor: Howard
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Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-10

Mar 11, 2026

Summary

The bill adds a requirement that anyone applying for or holding a commercial driver’s license or learner’s permit must demonstrate English language proficiency as defined by federal regulations. It also creates misdemeanor penalties for operating a commercial vehicle without sufficient English and gives law‑enforcement officers authority to enforce the rule. The measure applies to all CDL applicants, current CDL holders, and commercial learner’s permit holders in the state.

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