CVTA Statement of Support for the 'Freedom Haulers' Initiative to Expand CDL Opportunities for Military Veterans

Read CVTA's Statement of Support for Freedom Haulers The Commercial Vehicle Training Association (CVTA) welcomes the Trump Administration's 'Freedom Haulers' initiative aimed at expanding Commercial Driver's License (CDL) opportunities for military veterans. The trucking industry offers outstanding career opportunities and the nation’s military veterans shine brightly in these CMV roles at the intersection of professional dedication and service to the country.

Veterans possess valuable skills and professional ethics that translate readily into successful careers in the commercial trucking industry. Reducing unnecessary barriers to employment while maintaining the highest safety and training standards is a goal that benefits veterans, employers, and our nation's supply chain.

CVTA’s national membership offers the highest levels of quality CDL training, with 100 school members operating at over 400 locations across the U.S. that train thousands of veterans each year. From schools to employer and vendors, CVTA's members have long supported policies that value military training and experience, streamline transitions into civilian employment, and create meaningful career pathways for those who have served our country. The trucking industry offers veterans opportunities for stable, well-paying careers with significant opportunities for advancement, and this initiative has the potential to further strengthen that connection.

CVTA looks forward to working with federal partners, state licensing agencies, industry stakeholders, and veteran organizations in continuing to maintain the highest levels of integrity within the CDL licensing and training system while providing qualified veterans with an efficient pathway into the profession.

The commercial trucking industry depends on safe, skilled, and professional drivers. America's veterans have repeatedly demonstrated those qualities through their service, and we appreciate the Trump Administration's continued focus on creating opportunities that support both our nation's workforce and our transportation system.