Trucking news and briefs for Friday, Nov. 21, 2025:
- A U.S. Representative has introduced his second English language proficiency-related bill since President Trump's executive order earlier this year.
- Bulk fleet expanding with acquisition.
- Truck stop chain continues growth.
Legislator intros second ELP-related bill in House
A companion bill to the “Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) English Proficiency Act” introduced in the U.S. Senate in June has now been introduced in the U.S. House.
Rep. Dave Taylor (R-Ohio) introduced the House version of the legislation, which would require all testing required to earn a CDL to be conducted in English. Sen. Roger Marshall introduced the Senate version in June.
Under current law, the process to obtain a CDL requires only that the road skills test be administered in English, while the knowledge test can be conducted in any language.
Taylor back in May introduced the “Connor’s Law” legislation that would codify President Trump’s Executive Order requiring truck drivers to maintain a basic English language proficiency (ELP) in order to be licensed to drive on American roads.
[Related: Congress looks to codify ELP requirements for truck drivers]
A press release from Taylor’s office said the “Commercial Motor Vehicle English Proficiency Act” builds off the Connor’s Law legislation to not only require English proficiency for current CDL holders but throughout the entire process of obtaining a CDL to ensure future licensed CDL drivers can read and understand road signs.
“It’s a no-brainer -- if you want to drive an 80,000-pound vehicle on American roads, you should be able to read the road signs,” Taylor said. “Ohio families should be able to get in their cars without fear of being in a tragic collision at the hands of a driver of a heavy vehicle who can’t understand critical warning signs. This bill will ensure safety for everyone and prevent any more innocent American lives from being lost.”
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association signaled support for Rep. Taylor's legislation. OOIDA President Todd Spencer hailed the bill as "common sense" and noted it "aligns with OOIDA’s long-standing advocacy for stronger driver training standards."
Since introduced in June, the Senate bill has seen little action other than referral to the Commerce, Science and Transportation. It currently has just two Senate cosponsors in addition to Marshall, who introduced it. All are Republicans.
[Related: DOT looking into states' non-domiciled CDLs, legislation aims at ELP]
Page Trucking acquires Goulet Trucking, will form Page G.T.C. Inc.
Specialized bulk commodities fleet Page Trucking announced this week the acquisition of Goulet Trucking, a bulk hazardous and non-hazardous waste transportation fleet in the Northeast. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2026.
The deal is a significant step in creating one of the largest specialized bulk transporters in North America, Page Trucking said. As part of the agreement, the Titus family (owners of Page) and the Goulet family will form a new entity, Page G.T.C. Inc., further aligning the two specialized bulk transportation companies.
“This partnership represents the next step in our ongoing effort to reinforce and expand our specialized bulk transportation capacity,” said Dan Titus, president of Page Trucking. “By combining our nationwide footprint with Goulet’s Northeast-leading hazardous and non-hazardous waste transportation capabilities, we are building a stronger, more resilient organization that will benefit customers across the bulk transportation industry.”
Page Trucking will maintain its headquarters in Weedsport, New York, and both companies will maintain their personnel with a newly combined senior leadership team. The new entity broadens Page Trucking’s specialty bulk transportations strategy with several benefits, including significant operational synergies from equipment utilization and an expanded footprint of capacity with specialized overweight-permitted equipment.
“We’re pleased to announce this transaction with Page Trucking, a company that shares our vision for innovation and growth,” said Paul Jordan, Goulet Trucking co-owner. “This partnership gives us immediate access to additional equipment and driver capacity, expands our reach across North America, and elevates our expertise in the design and utilization of cutting-edge bulk transportation equipment. Together, we are set up for great success going forward -- scaling our impact and driving industry evolution.”
The combined entities are expected to operate more than 500 trucks and 1500 pieces of equipment.
[Related: Liquid-bulk tanker: At once rare and common challenges come with rewards for owner-operators]
Love’s opens fifth North Dakota location
Love’s Travel Stops is expanding its network with the addition of a new travel stop in Sterling, North Dakota, its fifth store in the state.
Located at 3201 Highway 14, the travel stop is easily accessible to travelers on Highways 14 and 83, as well as Interstate 94. The new location is conveniently located between Bismarck and Love’s existing travel stop in Valley City.
Truck drivers will find 59 truck parking spaces, five diesel bays and four showers. The location also offers a Love’s Fresh Kitchen concept with fresh food items such as sandwiches, salads and fresh fruit prepared daily, Godfather’s Pizza and Subway.
