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12/03/2025

DOT Warns Minnesota: Fix Illegal CDLs or Lose $30 Million

A federal audit found that one-third of Minnesota’s non-domiciled CDLs were issued without meeting federal rules — a problem the DOT says must be fixed within 30 days. According to the audit, many licenses stayed valid long after a person’s legal status expired, and others were issued without proper proof of lawful presence. Some records didn’t match immigration documents at all.

FMCSA has ordered Minnesota to review and correct every affected license and warned that non-compliant CDLs may need to be revoked. If the state fails to act, it could lose up to $30.4 million in federal highway funding.

The findings point to wider licensing issues nationwide, and more audits are expected as FMCSA tightens oversight across states.

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12/02/2025

FMCSA has removed nearly 3,000 CDL training providers from the federal Training Provider Registry after a major compliance review. Another 4,500 schools were placed on notice and must fix issues within 30 days or risk removal.

The agency reviewed almost 16,000 providers and found problems ranging from missing training records to skipped lessons and hours that didn’t actually occur. Schools that were removed can no longer offer training that counts toward federal entry-level driver training requirements, and some students may need to redo parts of their training.

FMCSA says the goal is to improve safety and crack down on unsafe or fraudulent practices. More reviews are expected as the agency continues tightening CDL training standards.

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12/01/2025

FMCSA Cracks Down on Unreliable ELDs With New Review Process

FMCSA has rolled out a new vetting system for ELDs, aiming to stop faulty or non-compliant devices before they ever reach the Registered ELD list. The agency says the update will help reduce surprise revocations, lower replacement costs, and give drivers and carriers more confidence when choosing equipment.

The new process includes stronger fraud checks, verification of technical details, and a clearer approval system with four categories ranging from “Approved” to “Denied.” FMCSA says these steps will help ensure ELDs are more accurate and reliable, which supports safer hours-of-service tracking and reduces fatigue-related risks.

This change comes after years of device removals that created unexpected challenges across the industry. The full article breaks down what this update means moving forward.

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11/26/2025

FMCSA Wants to Know the Benefits of Expanding Truck Parking

FMCSA is launching a new research project to better understand how the national truck parking shortage affects drivers’ daily schedules, safety, and costs. The agency plans to survey 1,000 truck drivers about where they park, how far they travel off-route to find a spot, and how often they feel forced to park in unsafe or unauthorized areas.

The survey will also look at how often drivers stop early, use paid parking, or rely on reservation apps. FMCSA says the results will help determine the true benefits of building new truck parking spaces, including lower operating costs and fewer safety risks.

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11/25/2025

3-Day Wyoming Sweep Takes 40 Truck Drivers Into ICE Custody

Wyoming authorities carried out a three-day operation near the Colorado border after reports that some truck drivers were using county roads to bypass the port of entry. Officers from the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office, ICE, and the Wyoming Highway Patrol made 195 traffic stops and completed 133 inspections.

The operation uncovered a high rate of safety and licensing violations. Forty truck drivers were taken into custody for deportation, including individuals with prior criminal convictions. WHP also placed 44 trucks and 38 drivers out of service for issues ranging from brake problems to CDL violations.

Officials say the results highlight growing concerns about safety and compliance on rural routes used by commercial vehicles.

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11/24/2025

Another Push in Congress to Make CDL Testing English-Only

A new bill in Congress could reshape CDL testing nationwide. The Commercial Motor Vehicle English Proficiency Act would require all written, verbal, and automated CDL tests to be given only in English. The change is meant to create one national standard and ensure every commercial driver can read road signs, communicate with officials, and understand safety instructions.

The proposal is linked to Connor’s Law, which focuses on English rules for current CDL holders. Together, the two bills would set English requirements for both new drivers and those already on the road. The plan includes a two-year timeline for states to update their CDL testing procedures.

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11/21/2025

Pennsylvania could lose $75M in Funding due to Illegal CDLs

A new FMCSA audit says Pennsylvania issued non-domiciled CDLs to drivers who were not eligible under federal rules. The agency says some licenses were given without proof of lawful presence, and others had expiration dates that went past a driver’s approved stay in the U.S.

Because of these findings, the U.S. Department of Transportation is warning that Pennsylvania could lose nearly $75 million in federal funding if the state does not fix the issues right away. The state must pause all non-domiciled CDL activity, review every license issued, and void any that do not meet federal standards.

Federal officials say this action is part of a broader push to tighten CDL oversight nationwide.

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11/21/2025

FMCSA has removed five ELDs from its approved list after ruling that they no longer meet federal standards. Carriers using these devices now have 60 days to switch to paper logs or logging software and install a compliant replacement before the January 20, 2026 deadline.

The revoked units include:
• Ontime Logs PT (Model OTL100)
• Green Light ELD (Models PT30, IOSiX)
• Sahara ELD (Model GDELD1000)
• USFAST ELD (Model USFASTELD1)
• ELDWISE (Model EWS)

FMCSA is advising safety officials not to cite drivers for certain violations during the transition period. Full enforcement begins January 20, when drivers using any of these revoked devices will be treated as operating without an ELD and may face out-of-service orders.

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11/20/2025

Love’s has reopened its rebuilt travel stop on the westbound Turner Turnpike in Stroud, Oklahoma, adding major upgrades for truck drivers traveling between Oklahoma City and Tulsa. The 17,800-square-foot location now offers 159 truck parking spaces, seven diesel bays, ten showers, laundry facilities, RV hookups, a dog park, self-checkout, and multiple food options, including McDonald’s, Godfather’s Pizza, and Love’s Fresh Kitchen.

A key update is coming in early 2026, when Love’s will open the first Truck Care facility on an Oklahoma turnpike. The new shop will handle routine maintenance and help reduce downtime for drivers moving freight along I-44.

Officials say the upgraded site improves access, boosts safety, and adds convenience on this busy freight corridor.

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11/19/2025

FMCSA Study: How Do Driver Schedules Affect Crash Risk?

FMCSA is launching a new study to understand how truck driver work schedules may influence crash risk. The agency plans to collect data from selected carriers, including HOS logs, crash records, inspection violations, driver demographics, and telematics. FMCSA says combining these data points will help reveal how shift timing, weekly workload, and rest patterns connect to fatigue and safety outcomes.

This study builds on earlier DOT pilot programs that explored flexible sleeper-berth splits and different duty-day structures. The results could shape future guidance or enforcement, especially around scheduling practices and fatigue-risk management. A public comment period is open until January 16, 2026, as FMCSA evaluates how real-world schedules align with crash trends.

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11/18/2025

New Broker Requirements Aim to Stop Unpaid Freight Bills

FMCSA has set January 16, 2026 as the official compliance date for major changes to broker and freight forwarder financial responsibility rules. The agency says these updates are designed to reduce fraud and protect motor carriers from unpaid freight charges by tightening oversight of trust funds, surety bonds, and who can legally provide them.

The new rule limits the types of assets allowed in BMC-85 trust funds, speeds up suspension when financial security drops below $75,000, and adds new reporting duties for surety and trust providers. FMCSA will also introduce penalties and a three-year ban for providers that fail to follow these rules.

These changes mark one of the most significant updates to broker oversight in years.

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11/18/2025

Spot market trends held their usual mid-November patterns last week, but overall activity continued to cool. New data from FTR shows dry van rates inching up, re**er rates climbing with seasonal food demand, and flatbed rates dropping sharply. Total load volume fell another 5.8% and now sits well below both last year and the five-year average.

Truck postings rose nearly 5%, pushing the Market Demand Index to its lowest level since June — a sign of easing capacity pressure.

Re**er remains the strongest segment, while dry van shows limited momentum heading into the holiday season. Flatbed continues to soften, with load levels hitting a 19-week low. Analysts caution that early Thanksgiving timing may blur year-over-year comparisons in the weeks ahead.

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