The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has adopted a slate of new policy positions, including in support of a 鈥渂eyond compliance鈥 concept.聽
November 8, 2023FMCSA News Updates
Stay current with the latest Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration news from Transport Topics. Our expert coverage delivers timely updates on FMCSA regulations, enforcement actions and policy changes that directly impact the trucking and freight transportation industries. Whether you're a fleet operator, safety manager or industry stakeholder, our in-depth reporting helps you navigate compliance requirements and stay ahead in a constantly evolving regulatory landscape.
FMCSA Grant Helps West Virginia Report CMV Crashes
West Virginia will use an FMCSA grant for $140,729 to provide more accurate and timely data to state law enforcement about commercial motor vehicle safety accidents.
November 1, 2023Experts Update Trucking Executives on Legal Issues
AUSTIN, Texas 鈥 Legal experts updated trucking executives on pending and future legal issues, including possible changes to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's CSA program.
October 18, 2023Truck Drivers Who Fail Drug Tests: Where Are They Going?
FMCSA's聽 Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse is taking drivers caught using drugs off the roads. However, several thousand remain in prohibited driving status after failing their drug tests.
October 11, 2023Senate, House Differ on FY24 Funding Bills
With federal funding authority expiring at the end of the month, congressional leaders have yet to finalize their fiscal 2024 legislation.
September 14, 2023Senate Could Consider FY24 Transportation Bill Next Week
Legislation to fund the U.S. Department of Transportation through fiscal 2024 will be considered in the Senate as early as the week of Sept. 11.
September 7, 2023Trucking Trade Groups Generally Support AEB Proposal
Organizations representing heavy trucks were generally supportive of a joint proposed rule to require automatic emergency braking technologies on heavy trucks 鈥 with caveats.
September 7, 2023FMCSA Plans New Study on Detention Time
Federal trucking regulators have announced plans to conduct a study aimed at providing a better understanding of the impact of driver detention time on driver safety and CMV operations.
September 5, 2023FMCSA Plans Study on Vehicle Maintenance Impact on Safety
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced a plan to conduct a survey and study that focuses on how vehicle maintenance requirements impact overall motor carrier safety.
September 5, 2023FMCSA Proposes Changes to Carrier Fitness Determination
Federal trucking regulators are seeking public comment on a proposal to modify the current three-tier safety motor carrier fitness rating structure, including a review of data and other resources.
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