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Why do owner-operators and small fleets seek changes in broker transparency regulations? What modifications has the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration suggested? The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has released a long-anticipated proposal focused on broker transparency,
Trucking Industry’s Future with Autonomous Vehicles WASHINGTON — The long-haul trucking sector may have received a legislative framework for the future of autonomous vehicle (AV) operations. U.S. Representatives Bob Latta, R-Ohio, and Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., recently released a discussion draft for
California has retracted its request for the EPA’s approval of its contentious regulations mandating trucking companies to acquire zero-emissions electric and fuel cell trucks. Withdrawal of the Regulation Request The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has decided to withdraw its waiver applicati
After a prolonged period of postponements, the transition to a digital system for sending commercial driver medical cards to state licensing agencies is finally underway—though this does not apply to drivers in 14 states that are still unprepared. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (F
U.S. Representative Julia Brownley has put forth a bill in the House of Representatives aimed at regulating truck leasing programs that are perceived to take advantage of owner-operator drivers. Brownley, a Democrat from California, highlighted in a press release that “a significant number of driver
The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposal to revoke greenhouse gas emission regulations is gaining traction among the trucking industry but is drawing criticism from environmental advocates. This move raises concerns for early adopters who have invested based on anticipated regulations. O
New York has become the latest state scrutinized by the FMCSA for allegedly mismanaging the issuance of “non-domiciled” commercial driver’s licenses. This follows a legal challenge that has temporarily stalled the agency’s emergency rule from September. Despite a legal hold on the FMCSA’s emergency
With the Department of Transportation under the Trump administration prioritizing regulatory compliance for motor carriers and drivers, ensuring that your trucking fleet’s safety professionals understand the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) is essential. J.J. Keller has introduced a
Starting June 25, 2025, enforcement officials will implement English-language proficiency requirements for commercial drivers. Drivers who do not pass a two-step assessment will be deemed out of service. Federal standards have historically mandated that commercial vehicle drivers must possess suffic
