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New WEIGH Act targets English proficiency and license fraud

The Weigh Station Enforcement to Intercept and Guard Highways Act (WEIGH) would turn all weigh stations on interstate highways into English proficiency checkpoints. In recent months, the trucking industry has seen an increase in regulations related to migrant drivers, aimed at strengthening overall sector safety. In this context, a new piece of legislation has been […]

U.S. Halts Truck Driver Work Visas Amid Florida Crash Probe: ATA Backs CDL Oversight

The Trump Administration has announced the temporary suspension of work visas for commercial truck drivers, a measure designed to tighten oversight of licensing for non-domiciled operators. The decision comes in the wake of a deadly crash in Florida now under federal investigation

No English, No Trucking: FMCSA pulls over 1,200 drivers

The FMCSA has reported that more than 1,200 truck drivers have been removed from U.S. highways for lack of English. In April, the Department of Transportation announced it would reinstate the mandatory enforcement of English language proficiency (ELP) for all truck drivers in the United States. Through a two-step evaluation process, the Federal Motor Carrier […]

Over 40 Mexican Truckers Lose Driving Privileges in the U.S. Due to Lack of English Skills — Pressure Mounts to Get Trained

More than 40 Mexican truck drivers have recently lost their authorization to operate on U.S. highways due to insufficient English language proficiency, according to freight industry officials.

New DOT Rule Now in Effect: Drivers With Poor English Disqualified After On-the-Spot Roadside Inspections

New DOT Rule Now in Effect Disqualifies Truck Drivers With Limited English Proficiency

Bill would enforce English Proficiency in CDL licensing process

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall of Kansas introduced the Commercial Motor Vehicle English Proficiency Act. On June 18, 2024, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall of Kansas introduced the Commercial Motor Vehicle English Proficiency Act (CMV), with the support of Senators John Barrasso and Cindy Hyde-Smith. This legislation seeks to strengthen enforcement of the English language requirement from […]

Free English learning resources for truck drivers in the U.S.

Free tools to help truck drivers meet English language proficiency standards. On April 28, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to strengthen the enforcement of a federal law that requires all commercial vehicle drivers in the U.S. to be proficient in English. Those who fail to comply may be temporarily removed from service. The […]

25% of CDL drivers lack English proficiency, survey finds

A recent survey conducted by Overdrive’s digital platform reveals information about the current state of CDL drivers on U.S. roads regarding English proficiency. President Donald Trump’s recent executive order, which strengthens the enforcement of the English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirement for all commercial vehicle drivers, is expected to have a significant impact on the transportation […]

These Are the English Proficiency Questions Drivers May Be Asked During FMCSA Inspections

FMCSA officers are legally authorized to ask truck drivers questions in English during roadside inspections. If a driver cannot understand or respond appropriately, they can be placed out of service. This guide outlines the types of questions inspectors may ask and free tools to help your drivers improve their English. Why FMCSA Inspections Matter The […]

FMCSA mandates two-stage English evaluation for commercial drivers

The assessment consists of two parts: the first part is an interview with the driver, and the second is a traffic sign recognition evaluation. On April 28, the Trump administration, along with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, Sean Duffy, formalized the legal enforcement of existing federal law requiring all commercial vehicle drivers in […]