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Brandon Gill Unveils Barron’s Law Targeting Trucking Safety
Texas rep introduces law to boost trucking safety with immigration checks
In brief
Texas rep introduces law to boost trucking safety with immigration checks New law requires U.S. citizenship for commercial drivers and English tests to prevent accidents Originally reported by Dallas Express.
Law named after child
U.S. Rep. Brandon Gill (R-Texas) proposed 'Barron's Law' after 8-year-old Barron Ritchey died in 2023 from a tractor-trailer accident.
“Barron's death was a heartbreaking and preventable tragedy his family should never have had to suffer his loss as a result of Democrat era immigration failures”
Immigration requirements
Commercial drivers must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or authorized federal workers to obtain a CDL.
English language tests
Drivers must pass English proficiency tests to understand road signs, respond to instructions, and complete safety logs.
Chameleon carriers
Law targets companies that use fake identities to avoid safety rules, with fines up to $25,000 per violation.
Foreign trucking rules
Foreign carriers can't do domestic transport without federal authorization, with penalties up to $100,000 per day.
GPS enforcement pilot
Pilot program uses GPS and geofencing at border crossings to catch illegal foreign trucking activity.
The essence
New law requires U.S. citizenship for commercial drivers and English tests to prevent accidents
