Lujan case petitioners' reply to DOT, seeking emergency stop to non-domiciled CDL final rule

Nov 4, 2025

United States Court of Appeals legal document header for Jorge Rivera Lujan case

Here the petitioners looking to halt DOT's September emergency rulemaking seeking to push 200,00 non-domiciled CDL drivers out of trucking make their final pitch to the judges on why the rule should be stopped.

Vintage black semi-truck with chrome details and orange lights displayed at outdoor truck show

The ultimate Christmas present: A.J. Field's 1969 Peterbilt 358

Texas-based A.J. Field isn't a truck driver, but he and his wife, Casey, both love trucks, especially vintage Petes. He was surprised by Casey and a friend at Christmas a few years ago with this 1969 Peterbilt 358, which they've built together since.

Fleet of semi-trucks lined up showing chrome exhaust stacks and cab designs against overcast sky

Truck driver petitions FMCSA for mandatory CO detectors after deaths

Semi-truck driving on highway beneath concrete overpass with mountains and blue sky in background

Diesel marks third week of price cuts, spot freight rates stable

Three officials at a podium during a formal press conference with American flags in the background.

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Collage of six personal photographs showing people in outdoor and vehicle settings, including family moments and portrait shots

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