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Press Releases and Announcements

If you are interested in searching for press releases prior to 2025, please visit our News Archive.

Trump’s Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy: Truck Drivers Who Want to Share Our Roads Must Share Our Language

DOT takes steps to rescind a dangerous Obama-Era policy, will issue new guidance enforcing English language proficiency in support of America’s Truck Drivers  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced steps to rescind a dangerous Obama-era policy that dismissed English language proficiency (ELP) requirements for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. This action prioritizes safety on America's roadways in line with President Trump's Executive Order 

U.S. Department of Transportation Proposes Removal of Non-Compliant Medical Examiners from National Registry as Part of Commitment to Roadway Safety

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration found two Houston-area doctors non-compliant with physical qualification examination regulations for commercial motor vehicle drivers, voiding certificates issued by the examiners.

Sean Duffy Sworn In as Secretary of U.S. Department of Transportation and Takes Immediate Action to Make Cars More Affordable

WASHINGTON — Today, Sean Duffy was officially sworn in as the 20th Secretary of the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT). Secretary Duffy was administered the oath of office by U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas at the U.S. Supreme Court and was joined by his family. Upon arrival at USDOT headquarters, Secretary Duffy’s first act was signing a memorandum directing staff to start the process of resetting Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, which will ultimately