Most trucking rules are written by small committees in Congress, not by the full House or Senate. 

Sean Duffy
Secretary of Transportation

State: Wisconsin
Term Ends: January 2029

Senate Committee on
Commerce, Science, & Transportation

 25-28 Senators

Oversees transportation policy, interstate commerce, trucking regulations,  DOT oversight, FMCSA, Safety, Labor, and national transportation issues.

 6 Year Terms

Elections are staggered and dates vary

House Committee on
Transportation & Infrastructure

 60-70 Members

Oversees Highways, Freight, Trucking Rules, and Infrastructure Funding.

2 Year Terms

Everyone runs together and dates mostly the same

Why This Matters

Understanding who makes trucking decisions helps drivers stay informed, engaged, and prepared to participate in the process when it matters most.