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$118M in DOT grants awarded for enforcement, CDL issuance, more

FMCSA awarded High Priority grants, CDL Program Implementation grants and Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training to close out 2025. Also: Rhode Island heating fuel emergency declared; Allison Transmissions acquires Dana's Off-Highway business for $2.7 billion.

January 5, 2026

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Economic trends

Could Trump's $2,000 tariff dividend boost freight?

Could $2,000 tariff dividend checks spark a 2021-style freight boom, or will inflation and debt dampen the impact?

January 2, 2026

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March 1, 2026

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FMCSA issues CDL testing waiver for Mass. island drivers

Prospective CDL holders taking their CDL skills tests on Martha's Vineyard get to waive a portion of the test, but will receive restricted CDLs. Also: Mack delivers new Pioneer to mid-Atlantic fleet; Dealers Choice Auto Transport acquired.

January 2, 2026

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Bill to expand agricultural commodity short-haul exemption reintroduced

The bill would expand ag haulers' HOS exemption to be year-round rather than just in state-designated planting and harvesting seasons. Also: Previously-recalled Mack Granites hit with another; Averitt announces new VP.

December 31, 2025

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FMCSA revokes certification of four ELDs from three companies

Motor carriers and drivers using the four devices should stop using them and replace them with a compliant device within 60 days. Meantime, revert to paper logs.

December 30, 2025

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The Dignity Act could help fill trucking's labor gap

The Dignity Act of 2025 aims to reform EB-3 visas and provide long-haul carriers with stable, legal foreign labor.

December 30, 2025

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Rail companies wary of trucking's adoption of autonomous trucks

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern argue their merger is vital to survive the "intensifying" threat of driverless trucks and autonomous vehicle technology.

December 26, 2025

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Beware increased cargo theft activity during winter holiday period

CargoNet reported an 82% uptick in cargo theft activity during the winter holiday period between 2020 and 2024. Also: Nebraska heating fuel haulers get HOS relief; Trucking Cares Foundation donates $10K to veterans-support organization.

December 25, 2025

Cargo thieves still more than $32 million worth of goods during the previous five winter holiday seasons, with an average loss value per theft of nearly $350,000.

FMCSA offers details on new warning-device study plans

The agency will conduct a controlled experiment on a closed course to study the effects of warning devices to help determine future regulation. Also: Border Patrol, ICE arrest 87 "illegal alien" CDL holders; nat-gas distribution company Martin Midstream names next Land Transportation Senior VP.

December 24, 2025

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Winter weather prompts more HOS relief in three states

Drivers transporting certain heating fuels get hours-of-service relief in New York, Maine and Kansas. Also: Love's Financial expands with three acquisitions; massive proposed rail merger gets pushback; Peach State Truck Centers opens new driver-focused dealership.

December 23, 2025

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ATA petitions FMCSA for exemption to effectively extend under-21 pilot program

In response to ATA's petition, OOIDA urged FMCSA to reject it and instead offered support for another path for under-21 truckers. Also: Railroad associations' HOS exemption provisionally renewed; Volvo donates new VNL to children's museum; Nagle Companies' president recognized by local trucking organization.

December 22, 2025

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Founded in 2012, NHH Services provides specialized transportation and project management services throughout the United States and Canada, with expertise in heavy haul, flatbed, general freight, and complex cargo movements.

Bennett Family of Companies acquires Indiana fleet

Strengthening its Midwest presence, Ace Doran announces the acquisition of NHH Services. The move expands heavy haul capacity and complex cargo solutions

FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs speaks at TCA Truckload 2026.

FMCSA boss: 'We're going to bite off more than we can chew'

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Driver churn costs fleets $13K, report shows. Is tech helping or hurting?

Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) on Wednesday introduced the Dalilah Law–legislation that would require states to take specific measures to get illegal alien truck drivers off America’s roads to receive federal Department of Transportation funding.

Trump's Dalilah Law introduced into Senate, DOT funding tied to state compliance

President Donald Trump used Tuesday night's State of the Union address to call on Congress to pass a bill that bars any state from granting commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) to illegal immigrants.

Trump champions more CDL reforms in State of the Union, calls on Congress to pass new law

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