Indiana Revokes CDLs for Undocumented Drivers Effective Immediately

Key Details Indiana became the first state to mandate CDL revocation for undocumented immigrants when House Enrolled Act 1200 took effect at midnight on Wednesday. All non-domiciled CDLs issued before March 1, 2026, expired April 1, 2026, unless holders have valid H-2A, H-2B, or E-2 visas. The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles must now regularly coordinate with the Department of Homeland Security to flag at-risk drivers. New Requirements The law requires English proficiency for all Indiana CDL applicants, with exams available only in English or American Sign Language. No exceptions are permitted. Drivers can appeal revocations, but the burden of proof now rests on them to demonstrate eligibility. Why It Matters Violations carry steep penalties: drivers face Level 6 felonies and $5,000 fines, while trucking companies employing ineligible drivers face $50,000 fines. CDL schools that knowingly train ineligible applicants face identical $50,000 penalties per violation. Presenting fraudulent or foreign CDLs without proper documentation constitutes a Class 6 felony. Background Two fatal crashes involving drivers with questionable immigration status in February prompted accelerated legislative action. This affects anyone operating, hiring, or moving freight through Indiana immediately.