The Medicaid Staffing Flexibility and Protection Act was introduced by Representative Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-Georgia) and Representative Neal Dunn (R-Florida). It would allow state Medicaid agencies to hire outside contractors to help with Medicaid redeterminations, as many agencies don’t have the workforce to handle the return to the redetermination process.
Fuel price averages hit less than $4 a gallon, and used truck sales fell considerably in April amid tough market conditions. Also: Right to repair legislation gains momentum, high-school CDL program support, and FMCSA s women of trucking board meets.
The legislation would ensure that, as trucks get more high-tech, truck owners and their repairer of choice maintain access to the necessary tools and data. Also: New courses covering driver mental health and personal security now available.