U.S. Senator Todd Young, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Surface Transportation, Freight, Pipelines, and Safety, has announced a subcommittee hearing titled "Shifting Gears: Issues Impacting the Trucking and Commercial Bus Industries in the U.S." The hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 10:00 am EST. The focus will be on safety enhancements, reducing regulatory burdens, and ensuring long-term viability for these industries.
Senator Young emphasized the importance of these sectors to Indiana's economy and their role in supporting jobs. "The trucking and motorcoach industries are essential to Indiana’s economy and support thousands of Hoosier jobs," he stated. He also highlighted the role of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) in road safety while allowing industry growth.
Senator Cruz added that these industries are vital to the U.S. economy by connecting supply chains and creating jobs. "America’s trucking and motorcoach industries are more than just transportation," he remarked. He stressed FMCSA's responsibility to ensure road safety without imposing unnecessary burdens on these sectors.
Witnesses at the hearing will include Chris Spear from American Trucking Associations, Lewie Pugh from Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association, Fred Ferguson from American Bus Association, and Sean O’Brien from International Brotherhood of Teamsters.
The event will take place in Committee Hearing Room Russell 253 and will be livestreamed on the Committee website and YouTube. Reporters interested in attending should contact their respective media galleries to RSVP.
