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FMCSA issues Final Rule banning non-domiciled CDLs almost entirely
FMCSA doubles down, completely eliminating Employee Authorization Documents as valid for CDL applications and mandating stricter eligibility standards for non-citizens seeking CDLs.
February 11, 2026
Regulations
Trucking org petitions FMCSA for ELD exemption
The Federation of Professional Truckers group has asked FMCSA for an exemption from the ELD requirement for its members and others. Also: FMCSA requests feedback on request for paper medical cards; Averitt opens new terminal in Florida.
February 9, 2026
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March 9, 2026
Regulations
FMCSA extends 40-state emergency declaration
The declaration waives certain hours-of-service provisions for carriers providing direct relief in the affected states. Also: Fraudulent "trucking automation" company permanently shut down; Xos deploys new Class 6 stripped chassis; legislation looks to improve tow truck operator safety.
February 5, 2026
Regulations
DOT asks for carrier, industry input on risks of EVs hauling hazmat
PHMSA seeks feedback on the safety risks, operational challenges, and regulatory considerations associated with transporting hazmat with electric trucks compared to traditional diesel trucks. Plus, Congress eyes DataQs, PSP changes.
February 2, 2026
Regulations
Emergencies declared across Southeast ahead of winter storm, bringing HOS waivers
A massive winter storm forecast to impact much of the U.S. over the weekend prompted emergency declarations in at least a half-dozen states that waive certain trucking regs for emergency response.
January 23, 2026
Regulations
Road salt shortage prompts HOS waiver in Vermont
Carriers and drivers delivering road salt in Vermont can operate under an hours-of-service waiver through Jan. 29. Also: Truckstop.com launches a new heavy-haul-focused load board subscription.
January 19, 2026
Regulations
FMCSA's ELD purge: Four new revocations
Drivers and fleets using the PremierRide Logs, DSG Elogs, and State Elogs devices should revert to paper and find replacement devices within 60 days.
January 13, 2026
Regulations
Trucking's random drug testing rate unchanged for 2026
Carriers are still required to randomly select 50% of their drivers for random drug tests, and 10% for random alcohol tests. Also: FMCSA allowing states to waive hazmat endorsement requirement for certain jet fuel haulers; and FMCSA exploring rolling back 2023 emergency declaration change.
January 12, 2026
Regulations
Fleets, drivers given more time to use paper medical cards
The waiver, in place since July, has now been extended until April 10, allowing fleets and drivers to use paper copies of their medical cards as proof of a driver's medical certification for up to 60 days after its issuance. Also: Echo Global Logistics launches new cross-border service; more.
January 7, 2026
Regulations
USPS to remove unvetted non-domiciled drivers from trucking fleet
All non-domiciled CDL operators have to be thoroughly vetted by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.
January 5, 2026
Regulations
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
Regulations
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
Regulations
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
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
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
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
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
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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