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WY HB0032

WY HB0032
English proficiency-commercial motor vehicle drivers.


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Introduced
02/09/2026
In Committee
02/24/2026
Crossed Over
02/13/2026
Passed
03/05/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/05/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Budget Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to motor vehicles; requiring operators of commercial motor vehicles to demonstrate proficiency in the English language; prohibiting operators of commercial motor vehicles who cannot demonstrate English language proficiency from operating commercial motor vehicles as specified; providing criminal penalties; providing definitions; making conforming amendments; and providing for an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill requires operators of commercial vehicles in Wyoming to demonstrate proficiency in the English language, as defined by federal regulations (49 C.F.R. § 391.11(b)(2)), and prohibits those who cannot from operating such vehicles within the state. Violators will face a $1,000 fine and be barred from operating commercial vehicles until they can prove English language proficiency, with subsequent violations while under prohibition resulting in a misdemeanor charge, an additional $1,000 fine, and potential jail time of up to 90 days. The bill also designates highway patrol, other department-appointed enforcement officers, and local peace officers with the duty and authority to police and enforce these new English proficiency requirements for commercial vehicle operators.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Transportation, Highways and Military Affairs (Joint)

Last Action

Assigned Chapter Number 36 (on 03/05/2026)

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