What year was the FMCSA established?

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) was established in the year 2000 as part of the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act. The primary objective of the FMCSA is to enhance motor carrier safety and reduce the number of commercial motor vehicle-related crashes by enforcing regulations and promoting safety programs. Establishing the FMCSA marked a significant step in focusing exclusively on the safety aspects of commercial motor vehicle operations, separating these concerns from the broader concerns of the Federal Highway Administration, which had previously overseen motor carrier safety. This focus has helped to streamline safety initiatives and improve regulatory compliance within the trucking industry.