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AZ HB2443

AZ HB2443
Commercial driver license; English proficiency


summary

Introduced
01/15/2026
In Committee
02/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)

Bill Summary

AN ACT Amending section 28-3223, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to commercial driver licenses.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing Arizona law regarding commercial driver licenses (CDLs) by adding a new requirement for original applicants. Specifically, it mandates that applicants for a class A, B, or C CDL must demonstrate English proficiency, which will be assessed through an examination covering reading, speaking, writing, and listening skills. This addition to the existing requirements, which already include medical standards, prior driving experience, and various knowledge examinations on safe operation, vehicle control, and legal requirements, aims to ensure that commercial drivers can effectively communicate and understand critical information in English.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (10)

Last Action

House minority caucus: Do pass (on 02/10/2026)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/84215
Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 01/30/2026 Caucus & COW https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/535510
Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 01/26/2026 Transportation & Infrastructure https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/534918
BillText https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/hb2443p.htm
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