This week, Oklahoma lawmakers passed a bill that tightens requirements for non-domiciled commercial drivers operating in the state.
SB20, or the Oklahoma Secure Roads and Safe Trucking Act of 2025, was passed by the Oklahoma House of Representatives by a vote of 71-13 this week, officials say.
SB 20 is headed to the desk of Governor Kevin Stitt, where it expected to be signed into law.
The bill forbids any non-domiciled commercial driver from operating in Oklahoma if they do not possess a valid work visa and meet identification requirements. Identification requirements include the presentation of proof of citizenship documents from the country that issued their commercial driver’s license, such as a birth certificate, valid passport, or naturalization certificate.
If a non-domiciled commercial driver violates this driving restriction, they could face a misdemeanor charge, up to 90 days in jail, and a $1000 fine.
“The bill also includes enforcement provisions for commercial carriers and cargo owners, ensuring that no one escapes responsibility when Oklahoma laws are broken. All fines collected under SB 20 will be directed toward weigh station infrastructure and trauma care, helping protect communities across the state,” the Oklahoma House of Representatives said in a news release. “This bill directly aligns with President Trump’s executive order signed earlier this year, which reinforces state authority to enforce immigration and transportation laws as part of a broader crackdown on illegal labor and unvetted foreign workers.”
Motor carriers face a fine of $3000 for each violation of this provision of SB 20.
The bill additionally imposes English language requirements for commercial vehicle drivers, similar to those ordered by the Trump administration on a federal level in late April, requiring that drivers possess the ability to communicate with law enforcement, emergency responders, and the motoring public. The bill establishes fines of $1000 for drivers and $3000 for carriers for each language-related violation.
The bill was authored by Representative Jonathan Wilk, who said that, “this legislation puts an end to the days of foreign drivers slipping through the cracks and putting our citizens at risk. President Trump showed us the importance of securing our borders and standing up for American workers. SB 20 brings that same America First mindset to Oklahoma roads. We are no longer going to tolerate drivers who can’t prove who they are, can’t speak the language, and can’t follow the law. I am thankful to all of my colleagues, leadership and Senator Kendal Sacchieri for getting this done.”
