FMCSA Pays $600 for Drivers to Test New Hours-of-Service Rules

Key Details The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is recruiting 18 commercial truck drivers for a six-week pre-testing phase. Participants will evaluate two upcoming pilot programs: the Flexible Sleeper Berth and the Split Duty Period. All participants receive $600 compensation upon completing study tasks. Why It Matters These pilot programs stem from Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's Pro-Trucker Package and support President Trump's executive order on commonsense trucking regulations. The agency aims to test alternatives to current hours-of-service requirements that could improve driver working conditions while maintaining safety standards. What's Next Working alongside Virginia Tech Transportation Institute researchers, FMCSA will use pre-testing feedback to refine training materials and data collection tools. This ensures the national rollout of pilot programs runs smoothly. Interested drivers should visit the FMCSA Hours-of-Service webpage to apply for this limited opportunity.