FMCSA will test two hours-of-service changes for truckers next year

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration will launch pilot programs in 2027 to test changes to hours-of-service regulations for truck drivers. These tests aim to provide truckers with more flexibility while maintaining compliance with federal rest requirements.

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is planning a 2027 launch for pilot programs intended to increase flexibility for truckers who must comply with federal rest requirements, the agency announced on Aug. 27. FMCSA said the programs will change truck drivers’…

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