The transportation sector has received a significant boost with the signing of a final rule that closes a regulatory loophole that led to the deaths of over 30 people. The rule, signed by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, eliminates the use of Employment Authorization Documents as proof of CDL eligibility, restricts non-domiciled licenses to specific visa categories, and requires states to run every applicant through the SAVE verification system.
This is a major victory for safety in the trucking industry, which has been plagued by the issue of foreign nationals being issued commercial driver's licenses without proper vetting. The new rule takes a significant step towards ensuring that only qualified drivers are on the road, and it will have a major impact on the industry's ability to attract and retain top talent.
The use of EADs as proof of CDL eligibility was a major contributor to the issue, as these documents were never designed for transportation safety screening. The new rule eliminates this loophole, which means that states can no longer issue commercial licenses based solely on an EAD.
This is a significant improvement in the industry's ability to ensure public safety, and it will have a major impact on the number of accidents and fatalities on the road.
The new rule also restricts non-domiciled licenses to specific visa categories that already go through enhanced interagency vetting. This means that only foreign nationals who are eligible for these visas will be able to obtain a CDL, which will help to ensure that only qualified drivers are on the road.
This is a major step forward in the industry's efforts to improve safety and reduce the risk of accidents and fatalities.
The new rule requires states to run every applicant through the SAVE verification system, which will help to ensure that all foreign nationals who apply for a CDL have been properly vetted. This will be an important tool in preventing accidents and fatalities caused by unqualified drivers.
The impact of this rule will be felt across the industry, from carriers to shippers, as it will create new challenges and opportunities for those involved in the trucking sector.
This is a significant victory for safety in the trucking industry, and it marks an important step towards ensuring that only qualified drivers are on the road.
The new rule eliminates the use of Employment Authorization Documents as proof of CDL eligibility, which was a major contributor to the issue.
