ATA Applauds House Committee Passage of Dalilah’s Law

Washington - Today, the American Trucking Associations thanked members of the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee for advancing Dalilah's Law, which would strengthen CDL requirements as well as ensure truck drivers are properly trained and meet safety standards.

ATA endorsed the bill when it was introduced by Congressman David Rouzer (R-NC) on Monday. The Truckload Carriers Association, National Tank Truck Carriers, and state trucking assocaitions across the country joined ATA in support.

Following today's successful committee vote, ATA President & CEO Chris Spear issued this statement:

"For those hauling freight on America's highways, safety is not optional-it is the price of admission. The trucking industry is grateful to members of the House T&I Committee for reaffirming this principle by passing Dalilah's Law. This legislation would protect the overwhelming majority of motor carriers and truck drivers who are committed to upholding the highest standards.

"Rules are only effective when they are consistently enforced. Bad actors who cheat the system and cut corners undermine responsible fleets and create unacceptable hazards for everyone.

"Dalilah's Law would restore accountability by establishing rigorous, consistent requirements for CDL testing, issuance, and oversight. This is an example of government and industry partnering together to fix a real problem. We applaud President Trump, Secretary Duffy, and Congressman Rouzer for answering the call to strengthen safety, and we look forward to continuing to work with them to get this bill across the finish line."

Among other provisions, Dalilah's Law would improve roadway safety by:

• Ensuring consistent enforcement of English language proficiency requirements during roadside inspections and making clear that drivers who cannot meet those standards should be placed out of service;

• Modernizing the driver record notification system so motor carriers are promptly alerted if a driver's CDL has been revoked, suspended, or is otherwise invalid; and

• Requiring the U.S. Department of Transportation to strengthen oversight of training providers, ensuring new drivers receive the instruction they need to operate safely.