California Court Action on Non-Domiciled CDLs Raises Compliance Questions for Fleet Operators


Federal and State Authorities Dispute Licensing Standards A California judge issued a tentative ruling on February 26, 2026, temporarily blocking federal efforts to revoke approximately 20,000 commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) issued to certain non-domiciled drivers. The decision does not permanently resolve the dispute but highlights ongoing tension between state licensing practices and federal commercial driver… Continue reading California Court Action on Non-Domiciled CDLs Raises Compliance Questions for Fleet Operators

Driver Shortage Continues to Constrain Propane Delivery Capacity


CDL Pipeline Limits and Regulatory Requirements Narrow the Labor Pool The propane industry’s driver shortage has moved beyond a seasonal staffing challenge. It is now a structural constraint affecting delivery capacity, operating costs, and compliance exposure. Unlike general freight carriers, propane marketers must recruit drivers who meet Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) commercial driver… Continue reading Driver Shortage Continues to Constrain Propane Delivery Capacity