The ROUTE Act would allow truck drivers between 18 and 20 years old to operate commercial vehicles across state lines, something currently prohibited by federal law. These young drivers would need to hold a commercial driver's license and could only operate within a 150-mile radius of their home base, must return to that location within 14 consecutive hours, and must have at least 10 hours off between work shifts. The bill aims to address truck driver shortages by opening the profession to younger workers while maintaining safety restrictions through limited geographic range and strict hour-of-service requirements. The legislation would amend federal transportation law but does not specify any new funding or implementation timeline beyond its introduction in December 2025.
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