CDL and FMCSA Regulation News
Rule changes from FMCSA and the Federal Register that affect CDL holders, carriers and the people training to drive.
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Trucking group pushes FMCSA to adopt stronger English proficiency rules for CMV drivers
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) spoke out in support of a proposed rule to codify English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements as an out-of-service (OOS) violation....
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Speed violations top trucker citations in CVSA campaign
CVSA announced that law enforcement officers stopped 8,000 drivers in 36 states, Canada and Mexico during the July 12-18 roadway safety campaign.
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CHP conducts CITE operation after ānumerousā complaints about semi trucks speeding and traveling in wrong lane
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) responded to complaints about commercial vehicle drivers violating traffic laws by holding an enforcement operation in the Central Valley area. On October 8, 2026,...
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Troopers in six states to take part in āOperation Wicked Safeā dangerous driving crackdown
Multiple law enforcement agencies will partner for an enforcement patrol targeting dangerous drivers next week. The multi-state driver crackdown āOperation Wicked Safeā will take place October 13...
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Notice: Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Application for Exemption From Aurora Operations, Inc (USDOT #341156)
FMCSA announces its decision to grant a limited five-year exemption to Aurora Operations, Inc. (Aurora) and other motor carriers operating Level 4 automated driving system (ADS)-equipped commercial motor vehicles (CMVs), with prior notice to FMCSA, from compliance with the warning device placement requirements, the steady-burning lamp requirements, and the requirements for the types and number of warning devices. This exemption permits motor carriers to use cab-mounted warning beacons in lieu of traditional warning devices on Level 4 ADS- equipped CMVs. The Agency has determined that granting
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Nearly 500 violations uncovered in North Dakota commercial vehicle operation involving ICE and FMCSA
Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies partnered for a recent commercial vehicle inspection in North Dakota. According to an October 8 release from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety...
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Paper med cards waiver ends Oct. 11 for most | $3.5M Amazon fraudster gets prison
Alaska has yet to implement FMCSA's electronic medical certificate system, and drivers and carriers there received another year...
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Alaska will miss e-med cert deadline, FMCSA issues year-long exemption
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Court shoots down operatorās driverless warning-device waiver lawsuit as FMCSA gives 5-year extension
FMCSA has further cleared the way for truly driverless autonomous trucks to operate, granting a full exemption allowing cab-mounted...
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Court shoots down operatorās driverless warning-device waiver lawsuit as FMCSA gives 5-year extension
FMCSA has further cleared the way for truly driverless autonomous trucks to operate, granting a full exemption allowing cab-mounted...
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FMCSA to allow self-driving trucks to use cab-mounted warning beacons in place of triangles
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) will grant an exemption from warning device placement requirements for autonomous trucks. On October 8, FMCSA announced its decision to grant a...
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FMCSA has closed nearly 10,000 truck driver school locations
An agency spokesperson told TT that the high number of schools closed is due largely to rigorous crackdowns by investigators and safety inspectors.
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Notice: Qualification of Drivers; Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance; Application for Exemption
FMCSA announces its decision to renew provisionally for one year an exemption to allow drivers with a commercial learner's permit (CLP) or commercial driver's license (CDL) issued by the State of Alaska, and their employers, to rely on a paper copy of the medical examiner's certificate (MEC) as proof of the driver's medical certification for up to 60 days after the MEC was issued. Alaska is the only State that has not implemented the Medical Examiner's Certification Integration (NRII) final rule. Drivers licensed in all other States and the District of Columbia, and their employers, may no lon
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Proposed rule: Air Quality Plan; Arizona; Maricopa County Air Quality Department; New Source Review; Emission Reduction Credits-Rule 204
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to approve a revision to the Maricopa County Air Quality Department (MCAQD or "Department") portion of the Arizona State Implementation Plan (SIP). This revision establishes a federally enforceable program allowing nonroad engine fleet owners/operators to generate emission reduction credits (ERCs) by either retrofitting their nonroad engines or replacing their nonroad engines with lower-emitting nonroad engines while meeting other Clean Air Act (CAA or "Act") requirements. These ERCs are intended for use as offsets for major stationar
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Buc-eeās wins $850,000 copyright suit, settles another
Buc-eeās has settled a copyright lawsuit against a South Carolina company using their beaver dressed in tactical gear, and a convenience store with a similar logo. South Carolina clothing store, Born...
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FMCSA details upcoming hours-of-service flexibility test rules
The agency moves forward with two pilot programs to collect data on increased flexibility in HOS regs with more split-sleeper...
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Chattanooga Police remind public that move over law includes tow trucks after driver breaks both legs in disturbing...
A tow truck driver says he is not sure heāll ever work an interstate tow again after a serious accident that broke both his legs is caught on video. The accident happened on Interstate 24 in...
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September Class 8 truck orders lose pace on EPA uncertainty
After a strong start to the year, North American Class 8 truck orders slowed further in September on uncertainty over upcoming emissions regulations.
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3 ways safety leadership drives organizational goals
Strategic safety leadership helps commercial fleets ensure regulatory compliance, leverage operational data, and protect their...
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3K warnings, 2K citations issued to truck drivers during Operation Safe Driver Week
Operation Safe Driver Week aims to improve driver behavior through traffic enforcement, direct interaction with law enforcement...
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FMCSA doubling automatic HOS exemption length for regional emergencies to lighten administrative burden
The FMCSA is reverting to the previous automatic hours of service exemption length according to a final rule published Monday. The final rule was published on October 5th, and restores the automatic...
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Trump touts American manufacturing at Peterbilt factory
Before plant employees, Paccar CEO Preston Feight and regional politicians, Trump highlighted the EPAās proposed revisions to NOx emissions regulations.
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FMCSA chief Barrs tells truckers in D.C. 1,000 non-domiciled CDLs removed monthly
FMCSA Chief Derek Barrs gave an update on the CDL crackdown and heard about brokers' role in trucking's fraud problem, among an...
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Trucking bill āBarronās Lawā to fine carriers $25,000 for employing unqualified truck drivers
A Texas lawmaker introduced a federal bill that would penalize carriers that knowingly hire and deploy unqualified truck drivers. On September 28, 2026, U.S. Rep. Brandon Gill introduced H.R.10620 or...
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