Texas is cracking down on truck drivers who can’t speak English. Gov. Greg Abbott said it’s about safety, but critics worry it could hurt the trucking industry.
Texas Trucking Language Policy
What we know:
Abbott is making it clear that if you are a truck driver, you must be able to speak English to drive on Texas roads. No exceptions.
The governor has directed the Texas Department of Public Safety to run zero-tolerance language checks on all commercial drivers in the state.
What they’re saying:
The Texas Trucking Association is backing the move, saying English proficiency is essential for safety.