New York sues Trump administration over federal funds withheld for trucker licensing dispute
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Updated · POLITICO · Apr 27
New York sues Trump administration over federal funds withheld for trucker licensing dispute
10 articles · Updated · POLITICO · Apr 27
New York filed suit in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit to block the FMCSA's withholding of over $73 million in FHWA formula funds.
The federal government claims New York failed to revoke commercial driver’s licenses from non-resident truckers, prompting the funding freeze. State Attorney General Letitia James argues this action endangers jobs and communities.
The Trump administration's crackdown targets undocumented immigrants receiving CDLs. The dispute could impact transportation funding and licensing policies, with ongoing negotiations and broader implications for state-federal relations.
Will restricting licenses for non-resident truckers worsen ongoing supply chain and driver shortages?
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