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Texas Faces Truck Driver Safety Crisis Amid English Proficiency Issues

9/2/2025

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Texas has the highest number of truck drivers lacking English proficiency, with nearly 800 out-of-service orders reported.
Governor Abbott's office anticipates compliance with President Trump's Executive Order on English proficiency.
Fatal crashes involving non-English speaking drivers raise safety concerns, leading to demands for stricter regulations.
American Truckers United advocates for federal law to supersede Texas policies, highlighting safety and fraud risks with foreign licenses.

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Story summary

Texas has the highest number of truck drivers lacking English proficiency, with nearly 800 out-of-service orders reported.
Governor Abbott's office anticipates compliance with President Trump's Executive Order on English proficiency.
Fatal crashes involving non-English speaking drivers raise safety concerns, leading to demands for stricter regulations.
American Truckers United advocates for federal law to supersede Texas policies, highlighting safety and fraud risks with foreign licenses.