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
Category: Florida
News,State,Fuel prices
State,Federal,News
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
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
Courts,Federal,News,State
‘Catastrophic’: Non-domiciled CDL holders sue Florida over pause
Florida still isn’t issuing non-domiciled CDLs. Some drivers are fighting back, claiming harm to interstate commerce and their livelihoods.
By Tyson Fisher | April 24, 2026
News,State
Who can drive a truck? States get tough on CDL rules
Lawmakers target undocumented truck drivers with stricter CDL laws, English proficiency rules and tougher penalties across multiple states.
By Keith Goble | March 27, 2026
News,State
States crack down on undocumented truck drivers
States are cracking down on undocumented truck drivers, tightening CDL rules and ramping up enforcement across the country.
By Keith Goble | February 24, 2026
News,State
Self-driving trucks roll back into statehouse fights
Autonomous trucks are rolling back into the spotlight. State lawmakers are once again scrambling to keep up. Find out which states are in play.
By Keith Goble | February 03, 2026
News,State
States tighten the screws on undocumented truck drivers
Undocumented truck drivers are back in the state legislative crosshairs, and the penalties being floated are getting more severe.
By Keith Goble | January 28, 2026
State,Courts,News
Broker liability issue could end up in two Supreme Courts
Broker liability in fatal crash cases was the legal hot potato nobody wanted. SCOTUS finally grabbed it, and now Florida may take a bite too.
By Tyson Fisher | January 22, 2026
News,State,Fuel prices
States ring in new year with fuel rate changes
The new year is arriving with more than fireworks and resolutions. For drivers, it also brings a fresh round of fuel tax changes at the pump.
By Keith Goble | December 31, 2025
News,State
Lawmakers bet on tech to put the brakes on dangerous driving
State lawmakers nationwide are considering speed limiters to crack down on aggressive driving and improve road safety.
By Keith Goble | December 10, 2025
News,State
New bill paves the way for inmates to hit the road
A new state bill would provide certain inmates a path toward earning a CDL before their release from prison.
By Keith Goble | November 20, 2025
News,State
States may soon gear up to change speed limits
Speed limit shake-ups are gaining traction in statehouses. Here are what drivers should be on the lookout for.
By Keith Goble | November 19, 2025
News,Courts,Crime
Trucker involved in fatal Florida crash makes court appearance
The DOT has used the fatal crash as a cautionary tale for why it believes the non-domiciled CDL system needs to be overhauled.
By Mark Schremmer | November 14, 2025
News,State
New laws aim to stop drivers dodging tolls and cameras
New state laws ban license plate flippers used to dodge tolls and traffic enforcement cameras across the country.
By Keith Goble | October 29, 2025
News,State,Courts
Florida court breaks ranks, says brokers can be sued for unsafe carriers
Broker liability just got murkier. A Florida ruling bucks federal precedent and puts Coyote Logistics back in the hot seat.
By Tyson Fisher | October 28, 2025
News,State
New bill targets undocumented truck drivers
A fatal crash has Florida pushing tough new laws targeting undocumented truck drivers. Here’s what’s in the proposal.
By Keith Goble | October 20, 2025
News,State,Courts
CDL mayhem? Florida asks Supreme Court to preempt ‘sanctuary laws’
An August truck crash in Florida that killed three people drew national headlines. Florida contends that California and Washington share some responsibility.
By Mark Schremmer | October 17, 2025
Crime,News
Florida resident busted for commercial vehicle theft operation
The owner of a Florida transportation company was arrested for participating in a scheme involving stolen commercial vehicles.
By Land Line Media | September 19, 2025
Elections,News
A how-to guide to absentee voting
Absentee voting gives professional drivers a method to ensure their voice is heard at home on Election Day.
By Keith Goble | September 18, 2025
Elections,News
Voter registration is start to making your voice heard
Election Day is a couple of months away. If you are not already, it is important to get registered now to make your voice heard.
By Keith Goble | September 11, 2025
News,State
More states act on license plate flippers
Number plate flipping devices, or license plate flippers, are the target of new laws enacted across the country.
By Keith Goble | September 04, 2025
Crime,News,Safety & Security
Florida man convicted of cargo theft for a third time
A Florida man has been convicted for his role in nearly $5 million worth of cargo theft. It turns out this isn’t his first time.
By Land Line Media | July 29, 2025
News,State
More states take action to address license plate flippers
Number plate flipping devices, or license plate flippers, are the target of statehouse action from California to Delaware.
By Keith Goble | July 15, 2025
News,State,Crime
Florida DMV employees busted for issuing illegal licenses
A driver’s license scheme in Florida nets multiple arrests. Here’s what police discovered following a monthlong investigation.
By Ryan Witkowski | June 19, 2025