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Newsby Elora HaynesNovember 19, 2025

Non-Domiciled CDL Limitations Paused, Challenges to FMCSA Policy

A federal court has paused new FMCSA rules restricting non-domiciled CDL holders, as lawsuits from drivers and local governments proceed.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJuly 30, 2025

No More Speed Limiters? NHTSA & FMCSA Withdraw 2016 Proposal

The federal agencies have dropped plans to require speed limiters on heavy vehicles due to ongoing concerns about safety, policy, and lack of clear data.

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NSTA Advocacy in ActionJuly 25, 2025

Inside the Process: School Bus Safety Subcommittee's Review of FMCSA Proposals

New FMCSA proposals could reshape school bus operations. Here’s how the national contractor’s association is responding to possible changes on railroad crossings and inspection and medical reports.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 11, 2025

No Train, No Stop? FMCSA Considers Rule Change for School Buses

The federal agency's new proposed rulemaking would eliminate the requirement for school buses to come to a complete stop at railroad crossings if the warning device is not activated. The goal: to improve traffic flow and save costs.

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NSTA Advocacy in ActionFebruary 28, 2025

NSTA Plans Capitol Hill Bus-In Amid Trump’s “Change Election”

From executive orders to new leadership at federal agencies, policy shifts are already underway in the nation’s capital. Here’s NSTA’s take on the activity — and what the association is doing and watching in Washington.

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NSTA Advocacy in ActionDecember 19, 2024

NSTA Secures Victory in FMCSA Renewal of “Under-the-Hood” Exemption

Learn how the FMCSA’s renewed CDL testing exemption drives solutions for the school bus driver shortage. Explore state adoption needs and NSTA’s ongoing advocacy efforts in this month’s column from association president Dan Kobussen.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseDecember 6, 2024

FMCSA Grants "Under the Hood" Exemption Waiver (Again)

The NSTA applauded the FMCSA decision that grants another two-year extension to the school bus exemption for "under the hood" CDL testing.

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Articlesby Amanda HuggettNovember 22, 2024

What’s Next for CDL Holders? Key Updates to FMCSA Rules

Get an update on FMCSA rulemakings here, from what recently happened and is in the pipeline for 2025. Learn the current status of reporting for CDL holders’ drug and alcohol and traffic violations, speed limiters, automated driving systems, safety fitness procedures, ELDT audits, and school bus exemptions.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJune 3, 2024

FMCSA Grants Aimed at Commercial Vehicle Safety

The Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program grant awards are funded under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

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Newsby Wes PlattFebruary 7, 2024

Could FMCSA Proposal Make CDL Process More Flexible?

Among other things, the proposed rulemaking would allow a permit holder who passes the skills test to operate on public roads without a qualified CDL driver in a passenger seat. The FMCSA is accepting comments until April.

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