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flag California delays revoking 17,000 CDLs amid legal and federal pressure over immigrant driver rules.

flag Due to a lawsuit by immigrant rights organizations, California has decided to delay the revocation of 17,000 commercial driver's licenses until March in response to federal pressure regarding expired work permits and safety concerns following fatal crashes involving undocumented drivers. flag While federal officials threaten to withhold millions of dollars in funding due to enforcement concerns, the delay gives time to confirm eligibility, especially for immigrant drivers who are legally permitted to work. flag Proposed federal regulations limiting noncitizen licenses have been put on hold by a court. flag Approximately 5% of California's commercial licenses are held by immigrants, despite making up 20% of truck drivers nationwide. flag The state wants to comply with federal regulations without interfering with supply chains, and trucking associations are in favor of eliminating drivers who are not qualified or who do not speak English.

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