Strengthening Supply Chains Through Truck Driver Incentives Act of 2025
Congress Proposes Up to $10,000 Tax Credit for Commercial Truck Drivers to Support Supply Chains
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Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This bill would create a new tax credit for commercial truck drivers to help keep the nation's supply chain moving. Most qualified drivers would receive a $7,500 credit, while new drivers who joined the industry recently could receive up to $10,000. Because this is a refundable credit, drivers can receive the full amount as a refund even if they do not owe any taxes.
- To get the credit, a driver must have a Class A commercial license and drive a large tractor-trailer for at least 1,900 hours during the year. There are also income limits to ensure the money goes to those who need it most: individuals earning over $90,000 or married couples earning over $135,000 would not qualify for the payment.
- The policy also supports people currently learning to drive. Students in registered apprenticeship programs can count their training hours toward the work requirement and can receive the credit even before they have their full license. This is intended to make it easier for new people to start a career in trucking and address driver shortages.
- If passed, these tax credits would be available for the 2025 and 2026 tax years. The dollar amounts would also be adjusted for inflation after the first year to keep up with the rising cost of living.
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Life & Work
Many long-haul truck drivers are independent owner-operators who function similarly to gig workers. Those with Class A CDLs who meet the 1,900-hour driving requirement and fall under the income limits could receive $7,500 (or $10,000 if they're new to the industry). Because this is a refundable credit, even drivers who owe little or no federal income tax would get the full amount back as a cash refund.
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Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Strengthening Supply Chains Through Truck Driver Incentives Act of 2025
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