Congress Designates September 14–20, 2025, as Official 'National Truck Driver Appreciation Week'

This resolution is short, sweet, and entirely symbolic: it officially designates the week of September 14 through September 20, 2025, as “National Truck Driver Appreciation Week.” While it changes zero laws and spends zero dollars, it serves as a formal nod from Congress to the roughly 3.5 million professional truck drivers who keep the entire country running.

The Real-World Supply Chain Check

If you’ve ever had a package delivered, bought groceries, or even filled a prescription, you’re relying on a truck driver. The resolution spells out the sheer scale of this reliance: these drivers move over 70 percent of all freight in the U.S.—that’s 11 billion tons annually. Think about that the next time you’re stuck behind a semi on the highway; that truck is carrying the raw materials for your office building, the parts for your car, or the food for your family.

The bill highlights that more than 80 percent of American communities, especially those outside major metro areas, rely exclusively on trucks for their deliveries. This isn't just about consumer goods; it means that in an emergency—like a hurricane or a pandemic—the speed and efficiency of these drivers are the difference between a community having critical medical supplies and going without. For the average person, this resolution is a reminder that the entire modern economy hinges on people driving hundreds of billions of miles safely every year.

Why the Formal Thank You Matters

This resolution is purely commemorative, meaning it won't impact your taxes or change any regulations at your job. Its purpose is recognition. It’s Congress formally acknowledging the sacrifices these folks make—being away from home for long stretches, dealing with unpredictable weather, and navigating complex logistics—to ensure shelves are stocked and construction sites have materials. It's a public recognition of an essential, often grueling job that most of us take for granted until the supply chain hiccups. While it doesn't offer a pay raise or better benefits, it sets aside a specific week for the public to recognize the essential, high-stakes work that keeps our lives moving.