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110-Year-Old Truck Tax Could Finally Be Repealed
A bipartisan bill introduced on June 2, 2026, by U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Indiana) and Angela Alsobrooks (D-Maryland) aims to eliminate the 12% Federal Excise Tax (FET) on new heavy-duty trucks and trailers.
DACA Recipient Seeks FMCSA Exemption to Obtain a CDL
A California resident and DACA recipient has petitioned FMCSA for a temporary exemption that would allow states to issue Class B CDLs to DACA holders with valid Employment Authorization Documents (EADs).
Texas Updates CDL Rules: English-Only Testing & H-2A CDL Issuance Resumes
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has announced two important CDL-related changes effective June 1
Colorado Moves Certain Permits Online
Starting June 1, commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operators and businesses must obtain the following Colorado permits online only through the COOPR permitting system:
OHIO ENDS NON-DOMICILED CDLs — 5,000 DRIVERS AFFECTED
The Ohio BMV has announced it will no longer issue or renew non-domiciled Commercial Driver Licenses (CDLs) following updated FMCSA regulations introduced in September 2025.
IOWA ADOPTS STRICT ENGLISH PROFICIENCY ENFORCEMENT FOR CDL DRIVERS
Iowa has enacted a new law requiring commercial drivers to demonstrate English language proficiency (ELP), aligning state law with federal regulations.
IDAHO LOWER LEWISTON PORT OF ENTRY CLOSED FOR CONSTRUCTION
The Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) has announced the closure of the Lower Lewiston Port of Entry (POE) for a major construction project.