Common Compliance Mistakes Truckers Make
Compliance is one of the most important parts of running a trucking business, yet it’s also one of the most…
Intrastate carriers
For‑hire carriers
Household goods movers
Hazardous materials haulers
Specialized freight operators
Common state requirements include:
Minimum liability limits
Cargo insurance requirements
Form E (liability) filings
Form H (cargo) filings
State‑specific endorsements
FMCSA Requirements (Interstate)
BMC‑91X filing
MCS‑90 endorsement
Federal liability minimums
Cargo requirements for certain operations
State Requirements (Intrastate)
State‑specific liability minimums
Cargo insurance requirements
Form E and Form H filings
Additional endorsements depending on cargo
Key differences:
FMCSA regulates interstate trucking
States regulate intrastate trucking
Some states require higher limits than federal minimums
Some states require cargo filings even when FMCSA does not
Operating without proper limits can result in fines
Missing filings can suspend your intrastate authority
Brokers and shippers often require state‑specific limits
Some states require cargo filings for household goods
Hazmat requirements vary by state
Insurance minimums differ across the country
No. Only certain states require Form E for intrastate liability compliance.
Some states require cargo filings, especially for household goods carriers.
Yes. Some states require higher minimums than FMCSA standards.
If you operate both intrastate and interstate, you may need both.
Yes. Missing or incorrect filings can delay or suspend intrastate authority.