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May 4, 2026 | Industry News

Operation Safe Driver Week Is July 12-18

CVSA’s Operation Safe Driver Week is scheduled for July 12-18. During Operation Safe Driver Week, commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers and passenger vehicle drivers who are demonstrating unsafe driving behaviors will be identified by law enforcement personnel and issued a warning or ticket/citation. This year’s focus is reckless, careless or dangerous driving.

 

Today Is the Last Day to Take Our Membership Survey

CVSA is conducting a brief membership survey to help us better understand what we’re doing well, where we can improve and how we can continue to serve you effectively. The survey should only take a few minutes to complete, and your responses will directly influence future programs, services and member benefits. The deadline to complete the survey is today, May 1.

 

Deadline Approaching for 2026 IDEA

CVSA is accepting nominations for its International Driver Excellence Award (IDEA), an annual award that recognizes an extraordinary professional CMV driver and their commitment to public safety. Nominees for this award must be individuals who have gone above and beyond the performance of their duties as a CMV driver, distinguishing themselves conspicuously and beyond the call of duty through the achievement of safe operation and compliance carried out with evident distinction for an extended period of time. The deadline for nominations is in one week, on May 8.

 

CVSA Is Hiring an Administrative Specialist

CVSA seeks to hire an administrative specialist to support the organization’s headquarters office by performing a variety of office management, clerical, program support, general administrative and financial tasks. This position will be based at our headquarters office in Washington, D.C. The position will remain open until filled.

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