FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 10, 2025
Contact: Abbigail Huffman
(651) 641-6162
Washington, D.C. – The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) today issued a call for motor carriers to participate in a new survey examining hiring practices for truck drivers with prior criminal convictions.
As the trucking industry tackles truck driver workforce challenges, ATRI’s Research Advisory Committee (RAC) prioritized this study to explore underrepresented hiring pathways, including individuals with criminal histories. This survey examines motor carrier hiring practices, decision-making factors, and workforce reintegration strategies, with optional follow-up research interviews for further insights. All responses will remain strictly confidential.
“As the industry continues to seek out solutions to its various workforce challenges, there is a new emphasis on the possibilities of hiring truck drivers with criminal histories. However, there is limited data on how to successfully integrate these individuals into motor carrier operations,” said Robyn Smith, Director of Driver Relations for May Trucking Company. “ATRI’s research will provide value insight to help the industry balance safety, compliance, and workforce development.”
Motor carriers are encouraged to participate in the survey by clicking here.
ATRI is the trucking industry’s 501c3 not-for-profit research organization. It is engaged in critical research relating to freight transportation’s essential role in maintaining a safe, secure and efficient transportation system.
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