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The FMCSA has issued a regional emergency declaration in response to the bird flu outbreak, granting regulatory relief for truckers transporting live chickens from affected areas. Learn how this impacts drivers and the poultry supply chain.

February 14, 2025

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FMCSA Issues Regional Emergency Declaration for Bird Flu Response

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced a regional emergency due to the widespread outbreak of bird flu, significantly affecting poultry populations ...

The FMCSA is implementing the Women of Trucking Advisory Board's recommendations to create safer, more inclusive opportunities for women in the trucking industry. Learn about actions addressing harassment, training improvements, and recruitment efforts.

January 29, 2025

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Breaking Barriers: FMCSA Acts on Women of Trucking Board’s Game-Changing Recommendations

The Women of Trucking Advisory Board (WOTAB) has completed its work, leading the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to submit its final report ...

The FMCSA has launched a study to evaluate the effectiveness of warning devices on stopped commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in preventing accidents. The research aims to analyze their impact on driver behavior and safety, with potential implications for future regulations.

January 13, 2025

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Are Warning Devices on Stopped Trucks Really Preventing Accidents? FMCSA Launches Study!

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is investigating whether warning devices on stationary commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) effectively reduce crash risk. On Wednesday, ...

During Operation Safe Driver Week, over 4,000 citations were issued to commercial and passenger vehicle drivers for unsafe driving behaviors, including speeding and seat belt violations. Learn more about the campaign’s impact on road safety and trucker infractions

November 26, 2024

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Speeding and Seat Belt Violations Lead Trucker Infractions During Safety Enforcement Week

Over 4,000 Violations Issued to Commercial Drivers in Operation Safe Driver Week During Operation Safe Driver Week, a coordinated initiative focused on promoting safer ...

semi truck driving at night with brake lights lit up

September 25, 2024

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FMCSA Greenlights Limited Use of Pulsating Brake Lights for Trucks

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has sanctioned the use of pulsating brake lights for a select number of trucks, awaiting updated industry ...