Enforcing Commonsense Rules Of The Road

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The executive order emphasizes the essential role of truck drivers in the U.S. economy and public safety.
Proficiency in English is mandated as a non-negotiable safety requirement for commercial drivers to ensure safe communication.
Federal law requires drivers to be able to read and speak English sufficiently to follow road signs, respond to inquiries, and complete necessary records; this requirement has been historically unenforced, affecting roadway safety.
The Administration plans to enforce English-language proficiency requirements and remove unnecessary regulatory burdens affecting truck drivers' working conditions.
The Secretary of Transportation is tasked with specific actions:
- Rescind outdated English language proficiency guidelines and issue new compliance inspection procedures within 60 days.
- Revise out-of-service criteria to ensure drivers lacking English proficiency are prohibited from operating vehicles.
- Review non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses for any irregularities and improve verification of driving credentials.
- Identify additional regulatory actions to enhance truck drivers' working conditions within 60 days.
Clauses specify that the order does not alter existing agency authority or create enforceable rights against the U.S. government.