Texas Border Business
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Representatives Henry Cuellar (D-TX) and Trey Hollingsworth (IN-09) reintroduced the Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy (DRIVE-Safe) Act. This bipartisan legislation increases job opportunities for those just entering the
“Truckers are the backbone of our economy and essential to international trade and commerce, especially in my district,” said Congressman Cuellar. “Every day thousands of trucks go through the US-Mexico border in my hometown Laredo resulting in $1.3 billion in revenue a day for the U.S. economy. It is crucial that we have well prepared drivers that have the best safety training for this essential part of our economy. The DRIVE-Safe Act will address the shortage of drives and better prepare young American truck drivers through the employer-sponsored training programs, as well as ensure safety on the roads. It will also facilitate interstate commerce and boost our economy while creating new jobs.”
“Indiana is the ‘Crossroads of America’ and a national hub of transportation and logistics that keep our economy going,” said Congressman Trey Hollingsworth. “The current driver shortage puts our dynamic economy at risk and closes off high-paying trucking careers to young Americans. The DRIVE-Safe Act is an opportunity to improve the lives of many young Americans, give them opportunities for advancement, increase safety and skills training, and enhance the economy by eliminating the obstacles currently preventing the trucking industry from alleviating its workforce shortage.”
The Senate version of the DRIVE-Safe Act was introduced by Senator Todd Young (R-IN).
“Hoosiers know Indiana as the Crossroads of America thanks to our strong infrastructure network and numerous logistics providers that call Indiana home. We understand more than anyone the need to develop a responsible pathway to safely train more drivers,” said Senator Young. “This apprenticeship program will address the driver shortage, create new career opportunities for young Hoosiers, and substantially raise training standards to ensure safety on the roads.”
Read the full text of the legislation, here.
