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Safety & Compliance
Marijuana rescheduling won't affect DOT drug testing rules, agency says
Despite marijuana's reclassification to a Schedule III drug, DOT told CCJ that "safety-sensitive positions will still be barred from ingesting the drug."
December 18, 2025
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Regulations
House members launch bipartisan Congressional Trucking Caucus
The caucus will focus on trucking issues and policies that promote integrity, safety and growth within the industry. Also: Volvo Group opening new parts distribution center in Washington; Hyundai Translead partners with Hyundai Capital to form new financing arm.
December 18, 2025
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Congress passes reforms for military freight carriers
Munitions haulers finally secure the right to well-lit, gender-specific restrooms on military installations under new provisions in the 2026 NDAA.
December 17, 2025
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Regulations
Winter weather prompts HOS waivers in five states
Heating fuel haulers in five Northeast states are getting regulatory relief due to winter storms, cold weather and other factors. Also: Oregon discontinuing its Trusted Carrier Partner Program that gave participating fleets certain benefits in the state.
December 16, 2025
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Regulations
California sues DOT over losing $40M in federal funding due to lack of ELP enforcement
In its lawsuit, California claims that it meets all requirements for enforcement of English language proficiency, contrary to FMCSA's charge leading to the agency withholding $40M in MCSAP funding from the state.
December 15, 2025
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Regulations
House bill would allow under-21 interstate drivers, with limitations
The legislation would allow 18-20-year-old CDL holders to cross state lines within 150 air-miles of their normal work reporting location. Also: Wyoming warns truck drivers of high winds, blow-over risk.
December 15, 2025
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Regulations
Top 250 fleet requests renewal of pre-CDL operation waiver
The waiver allows Wilson trainees who have passed the CDL skills test but not yet obtained their CDL to operate without a CDL holder in the front seat. Also: Former DOT-certified medical examiner charged for allegedly falsifying DOT physicals; NTTC's Professional Tank Truck Driver of the Year finalists named.
December 12, 2025
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Regulations
FMCSA denies storm-relief fleet's request for HOS waiver
A fleet's request for extended hours-of-service relief for Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in North Carolina was denied. Also: Saia continues support of Wreaths Across America; ELDT resources available from J.J. Keller.
December 11, 2025
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Regulations
Heating fuel haulers get HOS relief in two states
The governors of Iowa and Wisconsin have issued emergency declarations waiving hours-of-service regulations for certain heating fuel haulers. Also: ATA announces promotions for Senior Leadership Team.
December 10, 2025
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Regulations
CVSA asks FMCSA to issue guidance about allowance of paper medical cards
CVSA requested that FMCSA provide guidance to enforcement officials that a paper copy of a value medical examiner’s certificate is permitted to demonstrate compliance. Also: 3PL Triple T Transport expands; Internationals recalled for ECU issue.
December 9, 2025
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Regulations
FMCSA moves against non-compliant ELDs: Three more revoked
In the wake of FMCSA's stricter scrutiny of ELDs, three already registered landed on the "Revoked Devices" list. Carriers using the devices should stop using them, revert to paper logs, and replace them with a compliant ELD.
December 8, 2025
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Regulations
Bipartisan bill would bring TSA into cargo theft fight
The bill would require TSA to launch a pilot project to evaluate the effectiveness of advanced law enforcement and cargo security technologies in combating cargo theft. Also: Arrests made in human trafficking, prostitution sting at Washington truck stop; Highway Angel of the Year voting open.
December 8, 2025
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Regulations
Alabama, ICE launch immigration enforcement effort targeting truck drivers
Two targeted operations the last two months resulted in 82 drivers being detained by ICE for immigration offenses. Also: Fleet owner gets prison time, $1.9M penalty for tax evasion; two Mexican truck drivers turned back at Arizona border for cabotage.
December 5, 2025
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Regulations
Oversize, overweight haulers granted renewed 30-minute break exemption
The Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association received a full, five-year exemption for oversize and overweight loads that require a permit. Also: Saia names new CIO; Goodyear accepting Highway Hero nominations; HHG fleets announce merger.
December 4, 2025
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Regulations
Trucking association leaders offer recommendations on getting bad actors out of industry
A task force from ATA’s Trucking Association Executives Council (TAEC) has released a new action plan outlining seven areas that need to be addressed to remove bad actors from, and keep them out of, the trucking industry.
December 3, 2025
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Insurance
Frequency of lawsuits, size of jury verdicts against motor carriers rising
ATRI analysis reveals a rise in trucking lawsuits and median nuclear verdicts hitting $36M.
December 3, 2025
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Regulations
Canada turns enforcement eye toward misclassified truck drivers
An inspection blitz is planned in Ontario in the coming weeks to look for drivers classified as independent contractors who should be employees. Also: Clean Energy Corp. opens new RNG production facility; recalls hit International, Mack, Volvo trucks.
December 2, 2025
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Regulations
DOT removes 3,000 CDL training providers from registry
The CDL training providers were removed "for failing to equip trainees with the Trump Administration’s standards of readiness," according to DOT. Another 4,500 providers were also placed on notice for potential noncompliance.
December 1, 2025
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Equipment
Fuel tax relief proposals languish in Congress with prices breaking records
Federal proposals to suspend gas and diesel taxes have stalled in Congress.
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Trump at Peterbilt: American trucking is back. Rid of 'crap' emissions systems
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Freight demand
Spot vs. contract: Diverging freight rates and squeezed volume
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