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Back to EpisodesAlabama House Passes English Proficiency Bill for Drivers
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Alabamas House of Representatives passed a bill mandating English proficiency for commercial drivers license holders, aiming to match federal rules and enhance highway safety. The measure targets drivers from foreign countries, requiring proof of valid entry documents. Penalties for violations include fines and potential deportation. Critics argue the bill unfairly targets ethnic minorities and immigrants, while supporters praise it as a tool for law enforcement to remove unsafe operators and level the playing field. The bill awaits Governor Kay Iveys approval.
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