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FMCSA Denies FOPT Exemption Request to Allow Paper Logs in Place of ELDs
FMCSA has officially denied the Federation of Professional Truckers' application to allow drivers to use paper logs instead of ELDs, citing a congressional mandate under MAP-21 and the applicant's failure to demonstrate safety equivalency.
Brandon Wiseman
FMCSA Finalizes More Deregulatory Rules
FMCSA has finalized three new deregulatory rules effective July 22, 2026, removing the CDL self-reporting requirement, the in-cab ELD manual requirement, and revising the roadside inspection report return process. Here is what fleets need to know and do.
Brandon Wiseman
CVSA's 2026 International Roadcheck Targets ELD Tampering During May 12-14
CVSA's 2026 International Roadcheck (May 12-14) focuses on ELD tampering enforcement with enhanced penalties up to $16,000 per violation and automatic 10-hour out-of-service orders for tampering violations.
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