English Language Proficiency; Out of Service Criteria
The comment period closed Oct 9, 2026.
FMCSA proposes to codify the English language proficiency (ELP) driver qualification requirement as an out-of-service (OOS) violation. The rulemaking would ensure uniform enforcement by aligning the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) with the current enforcement tolerances in the North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria issued by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA).
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- Aug 10, 2026
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English Language Proficiency; Out of Service Criteria
Transportation Department
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