Texas AG Investigates Trucking Schools Over Inadequate CDL Training Standards

Key Details Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced an investigation into multiple trucking schools allegedly violating state and federal CDL training requirements. The office sent civil investigative demands to five companies, including CDLCall.com, EP Texas Trucking School in San Antonio, Fast Track CDL in El Paso and Odessa, Lindenwood Education System in Arlington, and Trucker Certified in Amarillo. Why It Matters Federal regulations require CDL holders to read and speak English proficiently to communicate with the public, understand traffic signs, respond to official inquiries, and complete required documentation. Paxton emphasized that putting non-English speakers behind the wheel of 18-wheelers poses serious public safety risks on Texas roads. Allegations Against Schools Preliminary findings suggest some schools are disregarding safety requirements and falsely advertising certifications. EP Trucking allegedly told prospective students that English proficiency is unnecessary and advertises services in Spanish. Several programs claim accelerated training timelines as short as 20 days, well below the industry standard of three to seven weeks. What's Next The Attorney General's office stated it will take all necessary action to protect CDL students from fraudulent schools and shield Texans from dangers posed by unqualified drivers. These schools likely send graduates to trucking companies across major freight hubs including Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston.