The bill would also establish a $1 billion grant program truck parking but also would impose personal conveyance limits and restore CSA scores to public view.
The Democrats' version of the highway bill retains many of the truck-centric policies of last year's version with two notable add-ons: guidance on truck .
Young truck driver pilot program runs into controversy
Published Wednesday, May. 26, 2021, 12:20 pm
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A career spent behind the wheel of a heavy-duty semi can be fun, fulfilling, and financially rewarding. However, the job is not without its dangers. Even a minor mistake can pose serious risks to everyone else on the road. Are some potential truck drivers too young to entrust with these mighty machines?
The idea is under scrutiny as a new pilot program launches. Aimed at recruiting truck drivers between 18 and 21 years old, some say the program will help counteract the industry’s declining workforce, while others argue these younger drivers don’t have the maturity necessary to stay safe.
OOIDA commended House Republicans for rejecting proposals to increase motor minimum liability insurance requirements in their 2021 highway bill proposal.