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H.R. 8799119th CongressIn committeeLatest action May 13, 2026Decoded by AI · checked against the record
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Private companies must clearly say they are not the government when contacting truckers about USDOT number registration.
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This bill sets rules for private companies that send letters or emails to truckers about registering or renewing their USDOT number. These companies must clearly state upfront that they are not the government and have no government connection. They also cannot use government-looking names, seals, or logos, or suggest that paying them is required to keep a USDOT number active.
This bill affects commercial truck drivers, owner-operators, and small trucking businesses who receive these messages. It also applies to private companies that currently send this type of communication.
Without these rules, truckers may pay private companies for a service they can complete directly with the government at little or no cost. Truckers who receive messages that break these rules can sue in federal court and recover money paid, plus between $500 and $5,000 per violation, along with legal fees.
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Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
Latest action: — Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.