To amend title 49, United States Code, to grant the United States Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico eligibility to issue commercial driver's licenses, and for other purposes.

H.R. 5656 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Sep 30, 2025, sponsored by Stacey E. Plaskett with 2 co-sponsors.

During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status: Introduced
Introduced: Sep 30, 2025
Co-sponsors: 2
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works

What it does

This bill makes the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico eligible to issue commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) under Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) standards. Under current law, only states and Washington, DC, may issue CDLs. FMCSA must work with the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico on obtaining full compliance with CDL requirements.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Stacey E. Plaskett (D-VI). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat, 1 Republican.

Where it stands

IntroducedSep 30, 2025
Passed the House—
Passed the Senate—
Sent to the President—
Became law—

Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. (Dec 1, 2025)

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Committees

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.

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