Trump’s April 2025 Order Enforces English Proficiency for U.S. Truckers, FMCSA and DOT Step Up Enforcement

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Updated Jun 30, 2025, 07:40 PM

The U.S. government has implemented new English language proficiency requirements for commercial truck drivers following an executive order issued by President Donald Trump in April 2025. The order mandates that truckers must be able to read and speak English proficiently to be considered fit for service. This policy, now in effect, has prompted current and prospective truck drivers to improve their English skills amid fears of job loss.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is intensifying enforcement of this requirement. The Department of Transportation has also initiated a nationwide audit targeting non-domiciled Commercial Driver's License (CDL) holders due to safety concerns. Industry stakeholders, including Amazon Relay, have warned carriers about the enforcement, with some estimates suggesting that 4% to 10% of drivers could be affected. The move has raised concerns among truckers, particularly those who are non-English speakers, including many Hispanic workers, about their employment prospects and the necessity of assimilating through language proficiency to ensure safety on American roads.

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FreightWaves

@FreightWaves

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Amazon Relay warns carriers: "Due to the recent executive order, FMCSA is enforcing English proficiency rules for truckers." FreightTech is stepping up — CarrierEdge just launched a tool to vet drivers & avoid out-of-service delays. 4–10% of drivers could be

WGNO-TV (ABC) New Orleans

@WGNOtv

Trucker drivers' lack of bilingual skills needs to change in a hurry, as the Trump administration steps up enforcement of an English proficiency requirement from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.