On May 15th, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) published a proposed rule to the Federal Register concerning a potential pilot program allowing drivers with commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) under the age of 21 to operate commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in interstate commerce. Currently, drivers in 48 states between the ages of 18 and 21 may only operate CMVs in intrastate commerce. The Food Marketing Institute (FMI) applauds the agency’s continued interest in addressing truck driver shortages and appreciates the opportunity to comment on this important issue.

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