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Florida SB 86 Proposes $50,000 Fines for Trucking Companies

Florida SB 86 would introduce heavy financial penalties, truck seizures and potential operational restrictions for carriers. Industry analysts warn it could affect driver availability and freight costs across the state.

SAFER Transport Act seeks to eliminate fraud and cargo theft in freight transport

The SAFER Transport Act aims to address the numerous issues related to freight transport fraud and cargo theft in the United States.

Dalilah Law seeks to remove non-english speaking commercial drivers

President Donald Trump proposed the “Dalilah Law,” an initiative aimed at prohibiting undocumented immigrants from obtaining commercial driver’s licenses. On February 24, President Donald Trump delivered his State of the Union address, during which he proposed the “Dalilah Law,” an initiative aimed at prohibiting undocumented immigrants from obtaining commercial driver’s licenses. The proposal was backed […]

CDL Exams Will Be Administered Only in English Under New DOT Rule

The Department of Transportation unveiled a sweeping set of safety measures, including English-only CDL exams, state audits, closure of noncompliant training schools, and a biometric registration system aimed at cracking down on so-called “chameleon carriers.” The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has announced that all applicants seeking a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) will be required […]

Illinois CDL Audit: 20% Under Federal Review

A federal audit found that nearly 20% of Illinois’ non-domiciled CDLs may not comply with federal standards. The state has 30 days to correct the issues or risk losing $128 million in highway funding.

Final rule on Non-Domiciled CDLs issued by the Department of Transportation

FMCSA concludes a comprehensive review of regulations applicable to Non-Domiciled CDL holders. After several months, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has completed its comprehensive review of the regulations applicable to non-domiciled commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders, reaffirming the primary objective of the Interim Final Rule (IFR) introduced in 2025 while incorporating key modifications […]

Operation SafeDrive: Nearly 2,000 Truckers and Vehicles Taken Out of Service in Three Days

Operation SafeDRIVE triggered thousands of inspections across 26 states and Washington, D.C., leading to disqualified drivers, sidelined equipment, and arrests while reinforcing a stricter enforcement environment for the trucking industry.

TAA Compliance: When Safety Complaints Turn Into Six-Figure Losses

STAA compliance is no longer a technical detail for fleet owners—it is a financial, legal, and insurance exposure. A recent enforcement action in Texas shows how mishandling safety complaints can lead to termination claims, retaliation findings, and six-figure penalties, and what carriers must do to avoid becoming the next case

More Roadside Controls in 2026: What Truckers Need to Know

The U.S. trucking industry will face More Roadside Controls in 2026, with tighter inspections, data-driven enforcement, and stricter oversight of hours of service, licensing, and vehicle maintenance—what truckers need to know to stay compliant.

California Restricts Truck Traffic on Residential Streets in the Inland Empire Starting in 2026

California’s new rule restricting truck traffic on residential streets in the Inland Empire starting in 2026 will force logistics operators to redesign routes, reshaping freight transportation, urban planning, and the regional supply chain.