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Appeals Court Halts Immigrant License Restrictions Amid Criticism

11/15/2025

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A federal appeals court temporarily blocked the Transportation Department's new restrictions on immigrant commercial licenses.
The court said the government failed to follow procedures and did not explain how the rules would boost safety.
The proposed rules would limit eligibility to 10,000 of about 200,000 noncitizens with licenses, targeting visa holders.
California revoked 17,000 licenses after work permits expired, drawing criticism from Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy.

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A federal appeals court temporarily blocked the Transportation Department's new restrictions on immigrant commercial licenses.
The court said the government failed to follow procedures and did not explain how the rules would boost safety.
The proposed rules would limit eligibility to 10,000 of about 200,000 noncitizens with licenses, targeting visa holders.
California revoked 17,000 licenses after work permits expired, drawing criticism from Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy.