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US States Have Revoked 28,000 Non-Domiciled CDLs
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More than 28,000 foreign truckers stopped hauling U.S. freight after states revoked non-domiciled CDLs under stricter federal rules.FMCSA expects 194,000 current non-domiciled CDL holders to exit the freight market as eligibility narrows to select visa categories.Noncompliant states face corrective actions, withheld federal grants and possible bans on issuing non-domiciled CDLs and learner’s permits.
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Trucking Industry Expected to Lose 194,000 Foreign Drivers
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“When state leaders failed to keep Americans on the road safe, we stepped in and held them accountable,” Duffy said. (Adam Gray/Bloomberg)
Key Takeaways: More than 28,000 foreign truckers stopped hauling U.S. freight after states revoked non-domiciled CDLs under stricter federal rules.FMCSA expects 194,000 current non-domiciled CDL holders to exit the freight market as eligibility narrows to select visa categories.Noncompliant states face corrective actions, withheld federal grants and possible bans on issuing non-domiciled CDLs and learner’s permits.
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More than 28,000 foreign truckers no longer deliver cargo in the U.S. after states revoked their non-domiciled commercial driver licenses due to stricter federal regulations expected to remove nearly 200,000 drivers from hauling freight.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy highlighted the revoked non-domiciled CDLs among a list of one-year accomplishments to support the trucking industry under the Trump administration.
“We’ve brought back common-sense rules of the road including requiring English-language proficiency and valid working documents for foreign drivers,” Duffy said May 1. “The Trump administration has hit major milestones in our efforts to rein in the trucking industry which has been allowed to operate like the Wild, Wild West for far too long.”
He recalled how the U.S. Department of Transportation spearheaded a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration audit last June of states issuing non-domiciled CDLs and commercial learner’s permits.
Duffy’s announcement stated that 26 states received “official enforcement actions” from FMCSA.
Auditors determined that more than 30 states had issued illegal licenses and permits to foreign truckers.
FMCSA previously stated that more than 30 states “issued tens of thousands [of] non-domiciled CDLs contrary to federal regulations.”
Duffy’s announcement emphasized FMCSA’s final rule in February 2026 that took effect March 16 “to stop unqualified foreign drivers from obtaining a non-domiciled CDL. More than 28,000 illegally issued licenses have been successfully revoked nationwide.”
This statistic represents 14% of the 194,000 current non-domiciled CDL holders expected to “exit the freight market,” as predicted by FMCSA’s final rule.
The final rule stated that FMCSA recognizes there is a population of current non-domiciled CDL holders who will no longer meet new eligibility standards, as well as new drivers with a different immigration status who will be ineligible.
The narrower regulations governing state licensing of foreign truckers are expected to result in a much smaller national pool of 6,000 foreign truckers able to hold these non-domiciled driving credentials.
The revised FMCSA regulations now restrict eligibility to statuses subject to consular vetting and interagency screening of driver history records to close a significant safety gap, because such screening had been required for U.S. citizens but not for non-domiciled foreign truckers.
Under the previous regulations, states lacked access to either a driver’s historical record or concurrent driving record outside the United States. State driver license agencies also didn’t receive notifications of serious traffic violations that occurred in a foreign country during the validity of a non-domiciled CDL. The consular vetting process remedies those past deficiencies.
State Department procedures require consular officers to assess applicants’ driving history, experience and licensing eligibility when reviewing H-2A, H-2B and E-2 visas.
More foreign truckers could lose their licenses if they live in a state “prohibited from issuing CLPs or CDLs because the state’s CDL program is decertified,” FMCSA’s final rule predicted.
Although states aren’t required to issue these driving credentials, most do. FMCSA’s enforcement actions after the audits require states to complete corrective actions or face withheld federal grants and possible prohibition from issuing non-domiciled CDLs and CLPs for prolonged noncompliance.
Both California and New York have found themselves one step closer to losing the ability to issue driving credentials to foreign truckers after FMCSA issued final noncompliance notices and permanently rescinded millions of dollars in federal funds as a first-step sanction.
“When state leaders failed to keep Americans on the road safe, we stepped in and held them accountable and we’re just getting started,” he declared.
Oregon and Nevada opted to permanently cease issuing their versions of non-domiciled CDLs and CLPs to foreign truckers.
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Wall Street was mixed in premarket trading May 13 as oil prices steadied and the technology sector appeared ready to bounce back from widespread losses to start the week.
Futures for the S&P 500 rose 0.2%, while futures for the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.3%. Futures for the technology-heavy Nasdaq jumped 0.7%.
Intel rose 3.1% after a 6.8% decline on May 12, while Micron clawed back all of its 3.6% loss from a day earlier, jumping more than 5% before markets opened. The artificial intelligence boom has sent both chipmakers soaring this year, with Intel shares more than tripling and Micron shares more than doubling.
Prominent U.S. executives from Big Tech and other industries will join Trump on his trip to China, including Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Nvidia chief Jensen Huang, according to a White House official.
“Corporate earnings and AI momentum are acting as the market’s primary shock absorbers, but the road is getting significantly rougher,” said Tim Waterer, chief market analyst at KCM Trade.
“With oil prices becoming entrenched at elevated levels and a diplomatic breakthrough between the U.S. and Iran remaining elusive, the easy bullish narrative is becoming much harder to maintain.”
The price for a barrel of Brent crude inched down 46 cents to $101.72. Brent crude, the international standard, slipped 17 cents to $107.60 a barrel.
The war has essentially shut the Strait of Hormuz to oil tankers, keeping them stuck in the Persian Gulf instead of delivering crude to customers worldwide.
The resulting leap for crude oil prices, with Brent up from roughly $70 per barrel before the war, caused inflation in the United States to worsen last month by more than economists expected, the government reported May 12. In another discouraging signal, price increases accelerated by more in April than economists expected even after excluding gasoline and food costs.
The Fed has paused any interest rate cuts so far this year, as it waits to see how high inflation will go because of the war with Iran and Trump’s tariffs. That’s because lower rates can worsen inflation even while boosting the broader economy.
Traders still largely expect the Fed to keep its main interest rate steady this year, but they’re now betting on a better than 1-in-3 chance that it could hike rates by December, according to CME Group. Higher rates tend to push down on stock prices, while also slowing the economy.
Elsewhere, in Europe at midday, France’s CAC 40 rose 0.4%, while the German DAX added 0.6%. Britain’s FTSE 100 was little changed.
South Korea’s Kospi index surged 2.6% to 7,844.01, recouping recent losses. The Kospi sank 2.3% earlier in the week from an all-time high after a senior figure in the administration suggested the government may redistribute windfall AI profits from companies to citizens. Analysts said some investors were snatching the shares that got sold as the actual impact of the remarks was still unclear.
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Qualcomm also rebounded May 13, gaining 4% after a steep 11.5% drop a day earlier.
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Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 lost 0.5% to 8,630.40. The Hang Seng gained 0.2% to 26,388.44, while the Shanghai Composite rose 0.7% to 4,242.57.
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Trucking Groups Stand Against Federal Fuel Tax Suspension
“Without replacement funds, fuel tax revenues supporting critical investments in highway safety and infrastructure projects would evaporate, hindering the safe and efficient movement of people and goods across the country.”
— American Trucking Associations, Truckload Carriers Association, and National Tank Truck Carriers
Three U.S. trucking associations—American Trucking Associations, Truckload Carriers Association, and National Tank Truck Carriers—opposed proposals to suspend federal fuel taxes. President Donald Trump has urged Congress to pause the gasoline and diesel taxes to ease fuel costs, but industry groups argue the suspension would provide negligible benefits and might impact highway safety and infrastructure funding.
What This Means for Your Wallet and Your Miles
Suspending the federal fuel tax may seem like a quick fix to reduce fuel costs, but the trucking associations believe the savings won’t significantly reach drivers like you. They estimate that a suspension might save an average motorist only about 30 cents per week.
Without the fuel tax revenue, crucial infrastructure projects and highway safety investments could face funding shortages. This could impact the quality and safety of roads, which are vital for your hauls.
While it might appear that pausing the tax could lower your operating expenses, the trickle-down effect of these savings is expected to be minimal, offering little relief on your bottom line.
Maintaining a steady flow of infrastructure funding is crucial for ensuring that you have safe, reliable routes to take your loads on time and efficiently without facing road-related disruptions.
Will suspending the fuel tax lower my fuel costs significantly?
No, according to trucking associations, the proposed suspension would likely translate into minimal savings for drivers, around 30 cents weekly.
How does the fuel tax impact highway safety and infrastructure?
Fuel tax revenues are critical for funding highway safety and infrastructure projects, ensuring safe and efficient routes for your operations.
Who is supporting the suspension of the federal fuel tax?
President Donald Trump, Sen. Josh Hawley, and Rep. Anna Paulina Luna are advocating for this temporary pause to alleviate fuel costs.
What happens if the fuel tax is suspended without replacement funding?
Suspending the tax without alternative funding could lead to reduced investments in critical highway and infrastructure projects, potentially affecting road conditions.
Where can I find updates on this issue?
Stay informed by following announcements from trucking associations and legislative news related to federal fuel tax discussions.
Trucking Groups Oppose Proposed Federal Fuel Tax Suspension
“Without replacement funds, fuel tax revenues supporting critical investments in highway safety and infrastructure projects would evaporate, hindering the safe and efficient movement of people and goods across the country.”
— American Trucking Associations, Truckload Carriers Association, and National Tank Truck Carriers
Three major U.S. trucking associations oppose proposals to suspend federal fuel taxes. President Donald Trump has proposed a temporary pause on the 18.4-cent gasoline tax and the 24.4-cent diesel tax, with some congressional support. However, there is concern over the impact on federal debt and infrastructure funding.
What This Means for Your Wallet and Your Miles
If federal fuel taxes are suspended, the immediate impact on your fuel costs might be minimal. The savings are estimated to be about 30 cents weekly, not significant enough to change your bottom line.
The trucking associations argue that the suspension could lead to reduced funding for highway safety and infrastructure, potentially affecting the conditions of the roads you drive on.
Without proper funding for maintenance and infrastructure projects, the quality and safety of your routes could decline, potentially impacting your efficiency and vehicle maintenance costs.
Stability in infrastructure funding ensures that you can continue to move goods safely and efficiently across the country, maintaining your load availability and job security.
Will the suspension of federal fuel taxes lower my fuel costs significantly?
No, the potential savings from a federal fuel tax suspension are estimated to be about 30 cents weekly, which is not a significant reduction.
How might the suspension affect road conditions?
The suspension could reduce funds for infrastructure projects, possibly leading to poorer road conditions over time.
What is the trucking associations’ stance on the suspension?
They oppose the suspension, arguing it delivers negligible consumer benefits and reduces critical infrastructure funding.
Who supports the fuel tax suspension?
President Donald Trump, Sen. Josh Hawley, and Rep. Anna Paulina Luna have shown support for the suspension proposal.
What should I do to stay updated on this issue?
Monitor news from Congress and statements from key senators and representatives involved in energy and infrastructure discussions.
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