The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has announced the members of its recently formed commercial driver panel, which will contribute to the agencys Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee.
January 15, 2021FMCSA News Updates
Stay current with the latest Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration news from Transport Topics. Our expert coverage delivers timely updates on FMCSA regulations, enforcement actions and policy changes that directly impact the trucking and freight transportation industries. Whether you're a fleet operator, safety manager or industry stakeholder, our in-depth reporting helps you navigate compliance requirements and stay ahead in a constantly evolving regulatory landscape.
Industry Responds to FMCSAs Proposed Sleeper Berth Pilot Program
FMCSA's recently proposed pilot program regarding splitting up time in the sleeper berth has received varying responses from members of the transportation industry.
January 14, 2021FMCSA Names Members of Its MCSAC Advisory Committee
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration on Jan. 13 announced this years members for its Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee, which includes a record number of women as well as its first female vice chair.
January 13, 2021ELDs Have Improved HOS Compliance in First Year Since Full Implementation
The federal electronic logging device mandate has leveled the playing field among motor carriers and reduced driver hours-of-service violations, but it may still be too early to determine how ELDs have affected safety on the nations roadways, industry experts said.
January 11, 2021Maine Lawmakers Petition FMCSA Regarding Lobster Transport
In an effort to ease the commercial transport of lobster, a group of Maine lawmakers submitted a request to federal government officials asking to clarify the definition of livestock in a recently issued interim final rule.
January 6, 2021FMCSA Proposes to Add Truck Rear Underride Guards to Safety Checklist
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has issued a proposed rule amending federal safety regulations to specifically add rear impact guards as a required item on the list of annual inspections for motor carriers and roadside inspectors.
January 5, 2021FMCSA Proposes Revised Guidance on Yard Moves
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is proposing to revise regulatory guidance related to how truck drivers record yard moves as part of their hours of service.
January 4, 2021Asked and Answered: FMCSA Experts Address HOS Questions
FMCSA officials addressed concerns related to the final rule on hours-of-service regulations during an online question-and-answer session on the final rule Dec. 17.
December 18, 2020FMCSA Plans Information Collection for CDL Testing Delays Survey
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is planning to submit an Information Collection Request associated with its annual survey on commercial driver license skills testing delays.
December 11, 2020FMCSA Drug Clearinghouse Records 46,000 Violations in First 10 Months
Nearly 46,000 driver drug-related violations have been recorded in the federal Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse during its first 10 months of operation.
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