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Enforcing Commonsense Rules of the Road for America’s Truck Drivers

The order directs federal agencies to enforce English proficiency requirements for commercial vehicle operators. The Secretary of Transportation, through the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), is instructed to rescind a 2016 guidance document and issue new guidance to ensure compliance with English language proficiency requirements. The FMCSA is also directed to review non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses for irregularities and improve verification of driving credentials. Additionally, the Secretary of Transportation is tasked with identifying actions to improve the working conditions of truck drivers.