FMCSA and NHTSA Move to Officially Withdraw Speed Limiter Mandate for Heavy Trucks
As announced by Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy earlier this month, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) have announced the withdrawal of their long-standing proposal to mandate speed limiters on heavy commercial motor vehicles (CMVs). This decision, detailed in Federal Register notice 2025-13928 to be published on July 24, 2025, ends years of debate over requiring electronic speed governors on trucks with a
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FMCSA Issues Temporary Waiver for NRII Transition, Easing CDL Medical Certification Delays for Motor Carriers and Drivers
Coming on the heels of a rocky transition to the new fully-electronic process for CDL medical certifications, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced a temporary waiver for CDL drivers and the motor carriers that employ them. This FMCSA waiver addresses potential delays in the electronic transmission of DOT medical exam results stemming from medical examiners or state drivers licensing agencies (SDLAs) who weren't prepared for this long awaited change, ensuring that
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FMCSA to pursue additional changes to the DataQs system
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is set to publish a notice in the Federal Register on July 1, 2025, outlining proposed revisions to the DataQs system, which it originally proposed back in September of 2024 but is now refining based on public comments received. This proposal aims to improve the impartiality, timeliness, transparency, and overall fairness of the Request for Data Review (RDR) process, addressing long-standing concerns from motor carriers, drivers, and indust
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USDOT Announces New Initiatives to Support America’s Truck Drivers in 2025
On June 27, 2025, U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Secretary Sean Duffy unveiled a comprehensive set of initiatives, pilot programs, and regulatory updates aimed at supporting America’s truck drivers. Announced in response to the President’s Executive Order, these measures from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) focus on improving truck parking, providing regulatory relief, enhancing driver flexibility, and modernizing resources. "Truckers keep America running. Whi
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Trucksafe Launches Monthly English Language Proficiency (ELP) Enforcement Report
Indianapolis, IN – June 24, 2025 – Trucksafe Consulting, LLC, a leading provider of DOT safety consulting and online DOT training, is thrilled to announce the launch of its exclusive Monthly English Language Proficiency (ELP) Enforcement Report. This comprehensive report delivers critical insights into state- and federal-level ELP enforcement data, trends, and compliance strategies for motor carriers and other industry stakeholders. With enhanced ELP enforcement set to begin on June 25, 2025, no
FMCSA issues rash of proposed rules
On May 27, 2025, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) filed two finalized rules and eighteen proposed rules for public inspection in the Federal Register, set for publication on May 30, 2025. According to the agency, these updates strengthen commercial motor vehicle (CMV) safety, streamline driver qualifications, and reduce regulatory burdens while ensuring compliance with federal standards. What follows is a brief summary of each regulatory action, including effective dates f
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FMCSA issues enforcement policy on English proficiency
On May 20, 2025, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued its much anticipated Enforcement Policy on English language proficiency (ELP) requirements for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. Prompted by Executive Order 14286, signed by President Trump on April 28, 2025, and titled “Enforcing Commonsense Rules of the Road for America’s Truck Drivers,” this guidance, effective as of May 20, 2025, aims to guide law enforcement in their application of the ELP requirement in 4
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Trump cracks down on English-proficiency among truck drivers in new executive order
On April 28, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order titled “Enforcing Commonsense Rules of the Road for America’s Truck Drivers." For trucking companies, drivers, and safety professionals, the order represents a significant shift in federal policy, particularly in its rigorous enforcement of English proficiency requirements for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operators. In this article, we summarize the executive order, explore its implications, and provide historical context,
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Arkansas enacts new English proficiency law
On April 14, 2025, Arkansas passed Act 604 into law, a sweeping piece of legislation that reshapes the landscape for commercial driver’s license holders operating within the state. The law introduces rigorous requirements aimed at ensuring safety and compliance on Arkansas highways. It mandates that drivers with foreign commercial driver’s licenses possess valid U.S. work authorization, demonstrate proficiency in the English language, and face stiff penalties for presenting fraudulent licenses.
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