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Governor signs bill increasing fines for stuck trucks in Smuggler’s Notch to $20,000 - cdllife.com

Detected August 7, 2026 · in Trucking / FMCSA Compliance

Vermont governor signs bill raising fines for trucks getting stuck in Smuggler's Notch to $20,000.

Aforeworn detected this change in the Trucking / FMCSA Compliance space on August 7, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Truck drivers and motor carriers operating in Vermont, especially those using Smuggler's Notch. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Effective immediately upon signing (exact date not specified in the excerpt).. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Trucking / FMCSA Compliance continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.

What changed

The maximum fine for a truck becoming stuck in Smuggler's Notch has been increased to $20,000.

Who it affects

Truck drivers and motor carriers operating in Vermont, especially those using Smuggler's Notch.

What you must do

Review routing to avoid Smuggler's Notch if your vehicle is not permitted; ensure compliance with any local restrictions.

Deadline

Effective immediately upon signing (exact date not specified in the excerpt).

Source: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiqwFBVV95cUxQRVhleXB4bzN5VTk1clZoZDlYZmFtYnpRNGM3SnU2T3FhZnNIUzl2WG1rYXBaUmdEbXZ4V1ZPOHU2MUtXSzQzeWx2cjFkaXBBNXlNcXRUUHhQdjNGNGgtLVh5U0t5YXVUcS1nMzZmd3RsNTBYVkFCZk9KYjQtNkptOG5RbUNkbGNNMWtfOFRlbmFoV1RPSVdfU01MazRSY3ZNVEtWV25wMXA3WDA?oc=5

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