Texas moves to English-only CDL exams
CDL testing in Texas will now be done exclusively in English. Officials say the change will ensure truckers have the skills to operate safely.
By Ryan Witkowski | June 05, 2026
Category: State
News,State
News,State
No driver. No hands. More states are betting on self-driving trucks
The fight over autonomous trucks is heating up as states weigh innovation against concerns about safety and trucking jobs.
By Keith Goble | June 05, 2026
News,State
New truck driver rules put safety before second chances
States are moving fast to enforce truck driver language rules, arguing one missed road sign can put lives at risk.
By Keith Goble | June 04, 2026
News,State
Wisconsin truck drivers are vital to state’s freight plan
Wisconsin is updating its freight plan. Truck drivers doing business in the state can have their say on what’s directly affecting them.
By SJ Munoz | June 04, 2026
News,State
The purge? Ohio moves to downgrade non-domiciled CDLs
Nearly 5,000 non-domiciled CDL holders in Ohio could have their licenses downgraded. It’s the latest state effort to clean up the CDL process.
By Land Line Media | June 03, 2026
News,State
Missouri lawmakers say it’s time to speed things up
Missouri is closer than ever to allowing faster interstate travel, with lawmakers backing a plan to raise speed limits for cars and trucks alike.
By Keith Goble | June 03, 2026
Courts,News,State
Signed, sworn and sued – Wyoming Sheriff lands in hot water
A Sheriff signed contracts with ICE to allow deputies to enforce federal immigration laws. Now, a lawsuit claims what he did was “illegal”.
By Ryan Witkowski | June 02, 2026
News,State,Fuel prices
Pain at the pump sparks fuel tax relief across more states
Motorists and truck drivers are paying more at the pump. States are responding with fuel tax relief for some.
By Keith Goble | June 02, 2026
News,State
Colorado makes moves toward online permits
The process of acquiring certain commercial motor vehicle permits in Colorado has changed. Here’s what drivers need to know.
By Land Line Media | June 02, 2026
News,State,Federal
FMCSA waiver covers over half the country
FMCSA characterized an agricultural-related shortage as urgent in issuing a waiver in more than 30 states.
By Land Line Media | May 29, 2026
News,State
Super speeders could soon lose control to new safety tech
Supporters say new super speeder tech could save lives, while critics argue better driver training matters more.
By Keith Goble | May 29, 2026
News,State
Flying ice crackdown: states target snow-covered vehicles
States are passing tougher laws targeting drivers who fail to clear snow and ice from vehicles before hitting the road.
By Keith Goble | May 28, 2026
Federal,News,State,Courts
Supreme Court rejects Florida’s CDL ‘mayhem’ complaint
Last year, Florida told the U.S. Supreme Court that “sanctuary” laws led to unsafe individuals receiving CDLs. Find out what the court had to say.
By Mark Schremmer | May 27, 2026
News,State
States turn up the heat on road-blocking protests
Lawmakers nationwide are moving to punish highway protesters with tougher penalties tied to blocked traffic and road closures.
By Keith Goble | May 27, 2026
News,State
States move to slam brakes on self-driving trucks
The fight over autonomous trucks is heating up as states debate safety, jobs and who controls the future of trucking.
By Keith Goble | May 22, 2026
News,State,Truck Parking
Missouri revamps aging rest areas as truck parking crunch grows
Dealing with crowded truck parking in Missouri? The state is upgrading rest areas, with the latest facility along Interstate 70 recently completed.
By Land Line Media | May 22, 2026
News,State
States crack down on secret money behind lawsuits
States are cracking down on hidden money backing lawsuits as OOIDA warns costly legal fights are hurting small businesses and supply chains.
By Keith Goble | May 22, 2026
News,State,Fuel prices
States slash fuel taxes as gas and diesel prices hammer drivers
States are cutting fuel taxes as gas and diesel prices keep climbing, and drivers feel more pain at the pump.
By Keith Goble | May 21, 2026
News,State
Truckers have a chance to shape the future of freight in Texas
Texas is asking stakeholders where freight is failing before the next big overhaul of roads, bottlenecks and supply chain priorities.
By Land Line Media | May 19, 2026
News,State
States crack down on cargo theft rings hitting truckers
States are ramping up the fight against cargo theft with new laws aimed at protecting truckers and freight companies.
By Keith Goble | May 18, 2026
Tolls,News,State
Toll lane turbulence: Charlotte pulls support for I-77 expansion
Charlotte residents have thrown a wrench into a proposed toll lane project. The fate of the project now hinges on an important vote.
By Land Line Media | May 15, 2026
News,State
Truck drivers warned to use detour or pay up
Fines will be issued for truck drivers who fail to use a detour during a Kansas DOT project on state Highway 156.
By SJ Munoz | May 15, 2026
News,State
New Jersey lawmakers target truck parking chaos and heavy loads
New Jersey lawmakers are pushing new trucking rules covering truck parking, overweight trucks, GPS systems and young CDL drivers.
By Keith Goble | May 14, 2026
Federal,News,State
Non-domiciled CDL exemption approved for citizens of Freely Associated States
The issuance of non-domiciled CDLs has been a hot topic in recent years. Learn about FMCSA’s recent exemption and who qualifies.
By Mark Schremmer | May 13, 2026
News,State
Truck-tracking cameras spark backlash in statehouses
States are tightening rules on license plate readers as concerns grow over truck enforcement, privacy and how long driver data is stored.
By Keith Goble | May 13, 2026