WASHINGTON D.C. – Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) today unveiled a groundbreaking legislative proposal aimed at preventing undocumented immigrants from even *contemplating* the operation of commercial vehicles, expressing preemptive dismay at what he expects will be staunch Democratic resistance to this 'basic human safety initiative.' The proposed 'Dalilah's Law, Part 2: The Pre-Cognitive Amendment,' builds upon previous efforts to ban undocumented individuals from obtaining Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs) by targeting the very *intention* to drive.

'We can no longer stand idly by while individuals who are not legally permitted to be here harbor internal dialogues about hauling goods across state lines,' stated Senator Cornyn in a press conference held entirely in a dimly lit, soundproof chamber. 'My Democratic colleagues, I predict, will argue this infringes on the 'right to dream' or some such nonsense, completely ignoring the existential threat posed by an unmanifested desire to operate an 18-wheeler.'

Experts are already weighing in on the bill's revolutionary scope. Dr. Elara Finch, Head of Existential Logistics at the Institute for Hypothetical Transportation Safety, praised the initiative. 'This bill moves beyond mere physical presence. It addresses the metaphysical risk. A thought, however nascent, can be a precursor to a deed. We must legislate against the precursor,' Dr. Finch explained, adjusting her tinfoil-lined spectacles. 'The data, which we are still collecting, will undoubtedly show a strong correlation between thinking about driving and, eventually, driving.'

Sources close to the Democratic caucus, who wished to remain anonymous to avoid being accused of 'pro-thought-crime' sentiments, indicated that they are preparing to argue that 'mental autonomy' is a fundamental right, even for those without proper documentation. 'We believe in the sanctity of the brain, regardless of immigration status,' one aide whispered, reportedly eyeing a passing delivery truck with suspicion.