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Feb 24, 2026 | Events

Registration Is Open for the CVSA Workshop

Registration is open for the CVSA Workshop, scheduled for April 19-23, in Chicago, Illinois. The workshop provides the opportunity for enforcement, government officials and industry to continue to work together to advance commercial motor vehicle (CMV) safety. This is your chance to collaborate with your colleagues from across North America to affect meaningful changes to the overall culture of transportation safety.

 

Register for the North American Cargo Securement Harmonization Public Forum

The North American Cargo Securement Harmonization Public Forum will be held on April 19 in Chicago, Illinois, in conjunction with the CVSA Workshop. During this public forum, stakeholders will work together to improve the uniformity of cargo securement regulatory requirements. There’s no fee to attend the forum; however, advance registration is required. If you plan to attend the CVSA Workshop as well, you must pre-register for the workshop separately from the forum.

 

CVSA Releases Annual Report

CVSA released its fiscal 2025 annual report, containing summaries of the Alliance’s major initiatives, activities, accomplishments and achievements from Oct. 1, 2024, to Sept. 30, 2025.

 

CVSA Is Hiring a Bookkeeper/Accounting Assistant

CVSA is looking to hire a bookkeeper/accounting assistant to perform a variety of tasks related to the accounts payable, cash management and general ledger processes for the organization, including overall financial support to internal and external parties. This position will be based at our headquarters office in Washington, D.C. The position will remain open until filled.

 

Register for the CVSA Instructor In-Service

Register for the CVSA Instructor In-Service, set for March 10-12 in Savannah, Georgia. This three-day training event for state and federal instructors will detail changes to the certification training courses and equip instructors with advanced knowledge to support their ongoing professional development. Event registration and travel costs for state instructors are covered by the state enforcement training grant.

 

Register for CVSA/FMCSA Data Quality and Systems Training

Register for CVSA/FMCSA Data Quality and Systems Training, scheduled for March 10-12 in Savannah, Georgia. CVSA and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) are providing three days of training to state and federal government personnel responsible for collecting and reporting inspection and crash data. This event will include information sessions, live system demonstrations, hands-on exercises, and peer-tested tips and tricks.

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