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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
Dalilah's Law: What Fleets Need to Know About the Proposed CDL Restrictions
Senator Jim Banks has introduced the Dalilah Law, a bill that would prohibit states from issuing CDLs to individuals who are not U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or holders of certain work visas — and tie compliance to federal DOT funding. Here's what fleet owners and safety directors need to know.
Brandon Wiseman
Navigating the Overlap: Federal vs. State Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
I. IntroductionThe regulation of motor carriers in the United States is a complex system involving both federal and state oversight. While the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) establish nationwide safety standards for commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) operating in interstate commerce, individual states have the authority to regulate intrastate motor carriers within their borders. This dual regulatory structure often creates challenges for carriers trying to maintain compliance ac
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