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U.S. Border Patrol agents who shared critical insights affecting truckers and trucking companies operating near U.S. borders. Hosted by Steve Kessler, the session included expert perspectives from Supervisory Border Patrol Agent Thomas Carrillo and Border Patrol Agent Arlo De Los Santos. The agents discussed the long-running Texas Hold’Em initiative, which focuses on combating alien smuggling and trafficking through education and enforcement. They emphasized that drivers caught smuggling face permanent cancellation of their Commercial Driver’s License, regardless of their home state. The webinar reinforced the importance of vigilance, pre-departure inspections, and awareness of smuggling tactics to protect both drivers and public safety.
In this informative webinar session, Steve Kessler and Richard Goins provided valuable insights into the DataQ system and its challenges in the trucking industry. The discussion covered various aspects of challenging incorrect information held by FMCSA, including the process of requesting officer notes and filing FOIA requests. The experts emphasized the importance of proper training for drivers regarding inspections and accident procedures, while also highlighting the role of company personnel responsible for handling DataQ challenges. The session concluded with an announcement of an upcoming webinar featuring Rebecca Brewster from ATRI, who will present the top 10 industry issues discussed at the ATA MCE conference.
