DENVER (AP) — The head of the U.S. Department of Transportation has issued a stark warning to Colorado: fix the improper issuance of commercial driver’s licenses or risk losing $24 million in federal funding. Secretary Sean Duffy pointed to a nationwide audit indicating 22% of CDLs handed out by Colorado to immigrants, predominantly Mexican nationals, were illegal. He criticized the state for its lack of urgency in addressing these violations, stating that public safety is at stake and calling for immediate compliance with federal regulations. Aside from the financial consequences, Duffy mentioned the potential decertification of Colorado's CDL program if swift action isn’t taken. With public safety on the line, the pressure is on Colorado to rectify these issues quickly.
Feds Threaten Colorado Over Illegal Commercial Licenses
Feds Threaten Colorado Over Illegal Commercial Licenses
The U.S. Transportation Secretary issues a warning to Colorado about improper issuance of commercial driver's licenses to immigrants. The state may lose $24 million in funding if it doesn’t act fast!
In a recent move, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has threatened Colorado with the loss of $24 million in federal funds due to the state's slow response to addressing illegal commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) issued to immigrants, primarily Mexican nationals. A nationwide audit revealed that about 22% of these licenses were given out unlawfully. Duffy criticized Colorado for not conducting a thorough audit or revoking these licenses despite federal notifications. He emphasized that unqualified drivers on the road pose a safety risk to the public.
