Federal Funds Withheld from California Over Truck Driver Language Rules
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The Department of Transportation is withholding over $40 million in federal highway safety funds from California due to the state's non-compliance with federal English proficiency requirements for commercial drivers, citing safety concerns. California officials argue their licensing process meets federal standards, but the dispute highlights ongoing tensions over language requirements and road safety policies.
Topics:top-news#california#english-language-requirements#federal-funding#politics#safety#truck-drivers
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