Laws & Regulations
Two California counties threaten $1000 fines for those who don’t wear face coverings in public
Those who appear in public in parts of California without a face covering could now be subject to a $1000 fine.
All drivers ordered to fill out COVID-19 travel declaration when entering Utah
Officials in Utah have announced that all drivers -- including truckers -- over the age of 18 must fill out a health screening form as they cross the border into the state.
FMCSA extends expiring hours of service waiver in all 50 states
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has extended nationwide regulatory relief for truck drivers hauling relief supplies for Coronavirus/COVID-19.
Missouri to allow truck parking at weigh stations during COVID-19 emergency
Missouri authorities recently announced that they are are allowing semi truck parking at all weigh stations during the COVID-19 emergency.
NC Attorney General to investigate tow companies booting truckers in Charlotte
The North Carolina Attorney General has opened an investigation into towing companies accused of predatory booting and towing of truckers carrying essential supplies during the pandemic.
With DMVs closed, group calls for DOT or trucking schools to issue CDLs
A coalition made up of trucking schools and motor carriers is asking for emergency action to get new truck drivers behind the wheel during the COVID-19 crisis.
Truckers could take home $25K in COVID-19 hazard pay under new ‘hero’ proposal
Senate Democrats have proposed a major hazard payout for workers at the front lines of the fight against Coronavirus.
COVID-19 checkpoints set up at Texas/Louisiana border, CMVs ‘will not be obstructed’
Texas transportation officials have started screening vehicles at checkpoints along the Louisiana border for Coronavirus, but they say that truckers will not be asked...
Face covering or $1000 fine: Texas city takes drastic measures against Coronavirus
City leaders in Laredo, Texas, are now requiring people to wear face coverings out in public -- or risk a large fine.
Student truck drivers can operate without co-driver in passenger seat under new FMCSA waiver
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has issued a new waiver relaxing restrictions on student drivers during the Coronavirus crisis.
Trucking group asks for relief from gun laws during COVID-19 crisis
A trucking trade group has asked the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for relief from state and local gun regulations to give drivers hauling supplies during uncertain times caused by Coronavirus a better chance to protect themselves.
FMCSA grants CDL renewal waiver due to Coronavirus crisis
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has issued a waiver intended to help truck drivers who are unable to renew their Commercial Drivers License (CDL) due to the Coronavirus crisis.