Trump mandates English proficiency for truck drivers to enhance road safety

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Trump mandates English proficiency for truck drivers to enhance road safety

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Today, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order focused on road safety and the qualifications of commercial vehicle drivers in the United States. The order mandates that truck drivers must be proficient in English to ensure they are properly qualified to operate commercial vehicles.

President Trump stated, "Today, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order to keep American families safe on the road by ensuring anyone behind the wheel of a commercial vehicle is properly qualified and proficient in English."

This initiative underlines the importance of truck drivers in supporting the nation's economy and security. "President Trump recognizes that America’s truck drivers are essential to the strength of our economy, the security of our Nation, and the livelihoods of the American people," the statement read.

Additionally, the Executive Order aligns with President Trump's ongoing support for establishing English as the official language of the United States. The statement reiterates, "President Trump has long championed the idea that English should be the official language of the United States."

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