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A Canadian trucking organization is advocating for a postponement of new regulations related to dog imports. On August 1, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will enforce new regulations for importing dogs into the country. The CDC states that these regulations aim to prevent t
Shifting Rules for Independent Truckers The regulations dictating the classification of independent truckers are as unpredictable as the Great Plains’ weather; they can change rapidly. This uncertainty is causing concern within the industry. On March 11, rules from the Department of Labor (DOL) rega
In 2025, discussions regarding English proficiency and trucking safety gained renewed focus. Two executive orders signed by President Donald Trump highlighted the importance of English language requirements at both cultural and commercial motor vehicle operation levels. On March 1, one executive ord
Trump Signs Executive Order on Truck Driver English Proficiency WASHINGTON — On Monday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order mandating that truck drivers must pass English literacy tests as a critical safety measure. Support from the American Trucking Associations “We appreciate the Trum
Raising Our Voices for the Trucking Industry As stakeholders deeply invested in the trucking industry’s future, we must speak out when issues arise. With numerous legislative and regulatory changes being proposed or enacted, it’s easy to feel unheard. When we analyze the cumulative effects of these
In 2025, discussions around English language proficiency and trucking safety gained renewed attention. Two executive orders issued by President Donald Trump reinforced the importance of English requirements for both cultural integration and commercial motor vehicle operations. The first executive or
New Labor Rules Impacting Independent Contractors in Arkansas The U.S. Department of Labor has introduced new regulations aimed at ensuring independent contractors receive fair compensation for their work. A nationwide labor regulation set to take effect on March 11 will redefine the classification
Growing Support for the Trucker Bathroom Access Act WASHINGTON — There is increasing backing for the Trucker Bathroom Access Act. On February 13, Representatives Brian Babin (R-Texas) and Jefferson Van Drew (R-N.J.) expressed their commitment to advancing this legislation through Congress for presid
3-minute read Kendra Hems | Special to the USA TODAY Network New York’s Climate Change Superfund Act potentially places significant burdens on trucking companies and consumers through escalated costs. The trucking sector, already facing numerous regulations and taxes such as congestion pricing and t
