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NY Halts Driver’s Licenses for Non-Citizens Amid Federal Threats

2/21/2026

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New York state will stop issuing driver’s licenses to non-citizen immigrants due to federal restrictions.
The move follows threats by the Trump administration to withhold $73 million in highway funding.
A Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration audit found 107 of 200 commercial driver’s licenses were unlawfully approved.
DMV spokesperson Walter McClure confirmed the non-domiciled CDL program is paused indefinitely, including renewals.

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New York state will stop issuing driver’s licenses to non-citizen immigrants due to federal restrictions.
The move follows threats by the Trump administration to withhold $73 million in highway funding.
A Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration audit found 107 of 200 commercial driver’s licenses were unlawfully approved.
DMV spokesperson Walter McClure confirmed the non-domiciled CDL program is paused indefinitely, including renewals.