Comment from Anonymous

Request for Exemption for H-4 EAD Holders Under Non-Domiciled CDL Regulations I respectfully request that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) provide an exemption for H-4 EAD holders under the recent non-domiciled CDL regulations. H-4 EAD holders are legally authorized to work in the United States after undergoing extensive immigration screening by USCIS. Many H-4 EAD holders are long-term U.S. residents, have valid Social Security numbers, state-issued driver’s licenses, and maintain lawful immigration status through their H-1B spouse. The current rule’s exclusion of Employment Authorization Document (EAD) holders creates unintended hardships for legally authorized workers who contribute to the U.S. economy and transportation workforce. H-4 EAD holders have already demonstrated eligibility to work in the United States and should be afforded the same opportunity to obtain or renew a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). I respectfully urge FMCSA to reconsider the exclusion of H-4 EAD holders and establish an exemption or alternative eligibility pathway that recognizes their lawful work authorization and long-term presence in the United States. Thank you for considering this comment.