More than 1,200 truckers have been removed from U.S. highways since late June for being unable to communicate adequately in English or read English-language highway signs.
August 6, 2025truck drivers News Updates
Defense Bill Would Prioritize Restroom Access for Truckers
When Congress resumes its legislative calendar after the August recess, lawmakers will consider comprehensive defense policy legislation linked to the trucking sector.
July 30, 2025Trucking Industry Praises Trump's 鈥楤ig Beautiful Bill鈥
Dozens of freight and trucking stakeholders praised the recently enacted comprehensive tax and budget measure referred to as the 鈥淥ne Big, Beautiful Bill.鈥
July 9, 2025North Carolina Truck Driver Wins $50,000 in Maryland Lottery
A truck driver played the lottery while staying overnight in Maryland between drives 鈥 and ended up winning a big prize, officials said.
July 3, 2025Truckers Caught Smuggling People, Drugs Face Lifetime CDL Bans
A U.S. government and Texas partnership has resulted in more than 1,000 truckers losing their CDLs permanently for smuggling people and drugs across the U.S. border with Mexico.
July 3, 2025Spear: After Emissions Wins, Trucking Can Focus Elsewhere
Policy wins on commercial vehicle emissions have allowed industry leaders to shift their attention to other pressing issues, American Trucking Associations President Chris Spear said.
June 27, 2025Fleet Operators Cite Safety, Efficiency Gains With In-Cab Tech
Transportation and safety executives outlined how they鈥檝e improved safety, efficiency and driver satisfaction through technology implementation at Samsara's user conference.
June 25, 2025Trucking Backs English Tests as Enforcement Begins
The trucking industry voices its support for the directive to place drivers out of service if they fail to demonstrate proficiency of the English language during roadside inspections.
June 24, 2025Jobs at the Port of Los Angeles Are Down by Half
Job opportunities at the Port of Los Angeles are dwindling as President Donald Trump鈥檚 steep tariffs take a hit on global trade and a major economic engine for the regional economy.
June 9, 2025Labor Department Reviewing Independent Contractor Rule
The Labor Department is reviewing the Biden administration鈥檚 2024 worker classification guidance, which directs employers on how to determine whether a worker is an employee or independent contractor.
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