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Regulations

Regulations
FMCSA stops short of saying 2020 HOS changes caused more crashes
The number of post-crash inspections with an out-of-service HOS violation increased significantly after the 2020 hours changes compared to a pre-change period, but FMCSA said other external factors, including the COVID-19 pandemic, weighed heavily on results.
April 1, 2026
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Maintenance
End of DEF quality sensors a win for reliability, but what about the environment?
With the DEF quality sensor no longer mandatory, can NOx sensors fill the gap?
April 1, 2026
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Regulations
Former truck driver gets prison time for defrauding government
The driver previously pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining Social Security, unemployment and food stamp benefits. Also: Women in Trucking names Driver of the Year; SEFL celebrates 35 years at two Alabama terminals; Mack TerraPro recall.
March 31, 2026
Fraud Gavel
Emissions
EPA strikes DEF sensor requirement, seeks to end derates over fluid quality
EPA says it favors monitoring actual emissions and catalyst efficiency versus DEF quality.
March 27, 2026
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Emissions
Bill seeks to strip EPA of power to regulate diesel emissions
The Diesel Truck Liberation Act seeks to remove EPA authority over diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and emissions equipment, reducing repair costs for American truckers.
March 27, 2026
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Safety & Compliance
Could broker liability reform favor large carriers?
A ruling in favor of the plaintiff in the C.H. Robinson case could see smaller carriers fall out of favor with freight brokers.
March 26, 2026
Supreme Court Broker Liability Montgomery V Caribe
Regulations
Two attorneys, law firms guilty in New Orleans staged-crash scheme
A Louisiana jury has found two attorneys and two law firms guilty for their roles in the widespread staged-crash scheme that took place between 2011 and 2024. Also: Honolulu Freight Services opens new HQ; 2026 Women to Watch in Trucking list unveiled.
March 24, 2026
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Regulations
Wildfires prompt hours, size and weight waivers in Nebraska
An emergency declaration is in place in Nebraska through March 30 covering truck drivers hauling "livestock feed and supplies" in the state. The Nebraska Trucking Association is also offering a fuel stipend available for those responding.
March 23, 2026
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Regulations
Case before SCOTUS could spur broker liability legislation
Even if brokers win at the Supreme Court, congressional reform may be next.
March 19, 2026
Supreme Court Freight Broker Liability
Safety & Compliance
Committee advances Dalilah's Law: 'no English, no license'
More than 50 trucking stakeholder organizations support the passage of Dalilah’s Law.
March 18, 2026
Highways and Transit Subcommittee Chairman David Rouzer (R-NC).
Regulations
Idaho Trucking Association cautions against removing split speed limits in state
A bill to do away with split speeds for cars and trucks in Idaho is making its way through the state legislature. Also: 51 trucking stakeholders voice support Dalilah's Law; U.S. lawmakers want carriers hauling military freight to certify they have no ties to Chinese Communist Party.
March 18, 2026
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Trailers
Stoughton first trailer manufacturer to pass IIHS 40 mph rear crash test
Stoughton passes crash test 5 mph faster than IIHS ToughGuard requirements.
March 17, 2026
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Economic trends
ATA chief sounds off on Iran conflict's 'significant' impact on trucking
Chris Spear talked about the impact of higher fuel prices on trucking, a possible DEF shortage, the prospects for the mid-term elections, and the future of the USMCA agreement.
March 16, 2026
ATA's Chris Spear addresses attendees at the assocations' 2026 Technology & Maintenance Council Annual Meeting in Nashville.
Regulations
Amended Dalilah's Law targets English-only CDL, ban of foreign dispatch
Dalilah’s Law (H.R. 5688), which heads to the House Committee this week, seeks to mandate English-only CDL testing and ban certain foreign dispatchers.
March 16, 2026
Dalilah Coleman, who in June 2024 was involved in a violent wreck with a semi driven by an illegal alien from India named Partap Singh.
Regulations
Truck driver faces homicide charge after fatal, illegal U-turn
The crash in Kentucky involved a Chicago-based truck driver who failed a post-crash saliva test for cannabis. Also: Averitt recognizes top carrier partners of 2025.
March 16, 2026
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Safety & Compliance
FMCSA issues warning to fleets selling or leasing USDOT, MC numbers
The agency announced it will aggressively inactivate numbers and revoke registrations found to be part of unauthorized sales, rentals, or leases.
March 14, 2026
FMCSA advised carriers not to sell, purchase, or lease a USDOT Number or Operating Authority (MC Number) online or elsewhere from an unknown person or outside of a legitimate corporate transaction
Regulations
Former FedEx contractor sentenced in bribery scheme, will forfeit nearly $4 million
The owner of several Utah-based companies was sentenced for his role in a bribery scheme to get business from FedEx Ground. Also: Women in Trucking's Driver of the Year finalists named; Redwood Logistics makes second acquisition this month.
March 12, 2026
Truck Crash Fraud
Regulations
Diesel prices rising, but still plenty of it, truck stops say
Diesel is getting expensive, but it's not in short supply. Also: ATA's Women in Motion Council penned letters to the House and Senate transportation committees urging truck parking funding to be included in the highway bill; NMFTA launches new Freight Fraud Prevention Hub resource.
March 11, 2026
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