California, Washington and New Mexico could soon lose millions in federal funding after failing to enforce English Language Proficiency (ELP) rules for commercial truck drivers. The ultimatum, issued by US Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy, gives the three states just 30 days to comply or face the suspension of up to 100% of their Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Programme (MCSAP) funding.
The move follows a federal review that uncovered glaring enforcement failures, with states allowing unqualified drivers to remain on the road in breach of federal safety standards.
