CVTA Applauds USDOT’s Nationwide Audit of Non-Domiciled CDL Issuance

The Commercial Vehicle Training Association (CVTA) strongly supports the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) announcement of a nationwide audit into the issuance of non-domiciled Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs). This initiative, led by Secretary Sean P. Duffy in alignment with President Trump’s Executive Order on Enforcing Commonsense Rules of the Road, is a significant step toward ensuring greater accountability and integrity within the commercial driver licensing system.

The audit—conducted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)—aims to examine state-level compliance with federal regulations governing the issuance of non-domiciled CDLs. By identifying potential abuses and ensuring that only properly documented, qualified individuals are licensed to operate commercial motor vehicles, this effort will help eliminate vulnerabilities that could undermine road safety. CVTA has long advocated for uniform enforcement and enhanced oversight mechanisms to strengthen the training and licensing pipeline for professional drivers.

As the nation’s largest association of professional commercial driver training providers, CVTA believes data collection and transparency are essential tools in addressing fraud and substandard practices. This review aligns with our ongoing efforts to increase FMCSA's enforcement of Entry-Level Driver Training standards on the Training Provider Registry to raise industry standards and ensure that all drivers are trained to the highest level of safety and professionalism. The association supports the use of comprehensive audits as a means to identify non-compliant actors and enhance the credibility of those in compliance.

The Department’s renewed focus on English language proficiency and safety enforcement further underscores the importance of accountability in commercial driving. We look forward to continuing our work with FMCSA and federal partners to ensure that all commercial drivers are safe, qualified, and ready to meet the demands of the profession.