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Feds Threaten Funding Cuts Over Truckers' English Proficiency

8/26/2025

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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned California, Washington, and New Mexico of potential federal funding losses for not enforcing English language requirements for truckers.
This warning follows a Florida crash that killed three, involving a driver with limited English proficiency.
California risks losing $33 million, Washington $10.5 million, and New Mexico $7 million if compliance is not achieved within 30 days.
Duffy highlighted the safety risks associated with inadequate English proficiency among truck drivers.

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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned California, Washington, and New Mexico of potential federal funding losses for not enforcing English language requirements for truckers.
This warning follows a Florida crash that killed three, involving a driver with limited English proficiency.
California risks losing $33 million, Washington $10.5 million, and New Mexico $7 million if compliance is not achieved within 30 days.
Duffy highlighted the safety risks associated with inadequate English proficiency among truck drivers.