DOT Issues Proposal for U.S./Mexican Truck Safety Program

February 01, 2011
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Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood has shared with Congress and the Mexican government an initial concept document for a long-haul cross-border Mexican trucking program. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) says the program prioritizes safety while satisfying the United States’ international obligations.
A U.S./Mexican safety pilot program was ended in March 2009. The new document moves the process forward and addresses a variety of concerns. Regulatory enhancements include the following:

• Equipping all vehicles with electronic on-board recording devices that allow monitoring of compliance with hours of service and other laws
• Reviewing drivers’ U.S. and Mexican driving records
• Examining the safety records of companies as maintained by the Mexican government
• Requiring verification of drivers’ English language proficiency and knowledge of U.S. traffic laws

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