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politics6 hours ago•5 min saved

Virginia Bus Crash Prompts English-Proficiency Push for CDL Drivers

A fatal bus crash in Stafford County, Virginia killed five people after the driver, who reportedly does not speak English, failed to slow in a work zone. Sean Duffy called the driver’s lack of English “unacceptable” and said federal rules require English proficiency for commercial drivers; investigators are reviewing New York licensing records and the driver’s history, with charges pending against Jing S. Dong, 48, of Staten Island. The incident underscores ongoing policy debates about English requirements for truckers and bus operators.

via Fox News|

#bus-crash #commercial-drivers-license #english-proficiency

politics2 months ago•42 min saved

US Tightens CDL Rules, Affecting About 200,000 Immigrant Truckers

A new Transportation Department rule will bar many noncitizens—mostly legal residents, including asylum seekers, refugees and DACA recipients—from obtaining or renewing commercial driver’s licenses, with existing licenses remaining valid until expiration. The administration says tighter vetting of overseas driving histories is needed after crashes, but critics argue there’s no proven link between nationality and safety. Effects will unfold gradually as licenses expire, potentially raising labor and consumer costs. The crackdown comes with broader enforcement on English-language requirements and the revocation of about 3,000 training centers, and lawsuits and political efforts to expand restrictions are already underway.

via Yahoo|

#commercial-drivers-license #immigration #legal-challenge

crime-and-corruption2 years ago•5 min saved

"Corruption Unveiled: Massachusetts State Troopers Charged in Bribery Scandal"

Four Massachusetts State Police troopers and two civilians have been charged in an alleged bribery scheme to provide passing scores to commercial driver’s license applicants in exchange for kickbacks, including a driveway makeover, snowblower, and high-end bottled water. The troopers are accused of falsifying results on basic skills tests for CDL applicants, with one trooper receiving personal benefits such as a driveway makeover, snowblower, and various goods. The indictment alleges that the troopers conspired to give preferential treatment to at least 17 CDL applicants and used code words to identify those who received special treatment. The State Police Association of Massachusetts expressed disappointment and emphasized the importance of public trust in law enforcement.

via Boston 25 News|

#bribery-scheme #commercial-drivers-license #crime-and-corruption

crime2 years ago•5 min saved

"6 Massachusetts State Police Troopers Charged in Bribery Conspiracy"

Six individuals, including current and former Massachusetts State Police troopers, have been charged in an alleged bribery scheme involving commercial driver's licenses. The troopers are accused of falsifying records and providing passing scores to unqualified applicants in exchange for bribes, using code words like "golden" to identify them. The scheme involved civilians as well, and the troopers allegedly received benefits such as driveway repaving and a snowblower. This case is the latest in a series of misconduct incidents involving the Massachusetts State Police, including an overtime fraud scheme and criticism of the commercial driver's license system.

via USA TODAY|

#bribery-scheme #commercial-drivers-license #corruption

crime-and-justice2 years ago•4 min saved

"Massachusetts State Troopers Arrested in Bribery Conspiracy for Passing Commercial Drivers"

Four Massachusetts State Police troopers, including two current and two former, were arrested for allegedly taking bribes, including a snowblower and driveway, in exchange for giving passing scores on commercial driving tests. The troopers are accused of falsifying records and giving preferential treatment to at least 17 drivers, even passing them when they failed the skills test. The allegations raise concerns about the integrity of the commercial driver licensing system, which has faced previous scandals. The state police have implemented reforms to address the misconduct.

via The Associated Press|

#bribery #commercial-drivers-license #corruption

crime-and-justice2 years ago•2 min saved

"Massachusetts State Troopers Arrested in Bribery Conspiracy Involving Commercial Driver's Licenses"

Six individuals, including current and former Massachusetts State Police troopers, have been arrested and charged in a 74-count indictment for their involvement in a bribery conspiracy that guaranteed passing scores on commercial driver's license exams to applicants. The suspects are accused of conspiring to provide these passing scores. The U.S. Attorney's Office will provide further details about the arrests later today.

via WCVB Boston|

#bribery-conspiracy #commercial-drivers-license #crime-and-justice