In an attempt to close a truck driver shortage cited by industry insiders, Ninth District Rep. Trey Hollingsworth is co-sponsoring a bill that would lower the age when commercial motor vehicle drivers are able to travel across state lines from 21 to 18.
Hollingsworth said at a June 4 news conference that the idea for the DRIVE-safe Act originated in southern Indiana, where several truck driving companies are based. The event took place in front of the main office of Mr. “P” Express, Inc., a Jeffersonville carrier that has been vocal about its issues finding — and keeping — drivers.