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Trump Signs Order Mandating English Proficiency for Truck Drivers

5/21/2025

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President Trump has taken a bold step to boost highway safety by signing an Executive Order that requires commercial truck drivers in the U.S. to demonstrate English proficiency. This move not only aims to protect American workers but also ensures drivers can effectively read signs and communicate with law enforcement, tightening enforcement of federal language standards.

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President Trump has taken a bold step to boost highway safety by signing an Executive Order that requires commercial truck drivers in the U.S. to demonstrate English proficiency. This move not only aims to protect American workers but also ensures drivers can effectively read signs and communicate with law enforcement, tightening enforcement of federal language standards.