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Trucking & Taxes – March/April 2026
If you underreported the income on your taxes – intentional or not – you are going to need to address the problem quickly.
SCOTUS strikes down tariffs, but uncertainty remains
The Supreme Court ruled some of Trump's biggest tariffs unlawful, but doesn't mean they’re gone for good. Land Line explains what comes next.
Trucking & Taxes – February 2026
Owner-operator truckers may receive a pleasant surprise when it comes to their federal income tax returns for 2025.
Fuel tax whiplash: states move to undo, freeze tax hikes
Fuel taxes rise, backlash follows. State lawmakers look to undo tax hikes or stop fuel prices from climbing.
Blue states win round one, but DOT takes funding fight to round two
The DOT tried tying transportation funding to immigration enforcement. A judge said no, but the feds aren’t giving up.
Oregon truck taxes simplified as voters pause other vehicle taxes
Oregon transportation taxes for trucks just got easier. However, drivers face new costs, and the biggest hikes are frozen until voters weigh in.
Taxes, towing, tort reform laws start in 2026
As the calendar flips to the new year there are notable new transportation laws in effect around the country.
Trucking & Taxes – December 2025/January 2026
Using some of these ideas and a proactive approach, you can make the most of the financial benefits that come with being an owner-operator.
Have your say – FMCSA wants truckers’ thoughts on non-domiciled CDL rule
FMCSA issued an emergency rule on non-domiciled CDL. Thousands have already commented, but your chance to do so is running out.
Oregon law pumps $4.3B into roads, bridges and infrastructure
Oregon’s governor signed into law a transportation funding bill that includes notable changes to truck taxes, but it may be challenged.
Trucking & Taxes – November 2025
If you haven’t filed your taxes, you could either face penalties or miss out on refunds. Find out what you need to do.
Tariff whiplash: Cross-border truck freight gets a temporary jolt
Trump’s shifting tariff deadlines gave trucking freight a bump in July. But was it real momentum – or just a pause before the hit?
Transportation-funding plan approved at one statehouse
The Oregon Senate voted this week on a transportation-funding deal that includes notable changes to truck taxes.
Dream Team 2.0
As Land Line celebrates its 50th anniversary, Managing Editor Jami Jones takes a look at the people behind the scenes who made it possible.
Trucking & Taxes – October 2025
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act includes more than 400 pages dedicated to tax provisions. What do truckers need to know?
State shifts funds to transportation
One state is taking action to address a transportation-funding shortfall by tapping funds already available.
Oregon House votes on transportation-funding plan
The Oregon House this week met and voted on a transportation-funding deal that includes notable changes to truck taxes.
State considers sizeable transportation tax increase
A Wyoming legislative panel is in the middle of discussion about whether to press forward with a transportation tax increase.
Oregon transportation funding focus of special session
The Oregon governor has called on state lawmakers to return to the capitol for a special session to work out a transportation-funding deal.
Average OOIDA member pays nearly 40 cents per mile in federal taxes
According to data from the OOIDA Foundation, truck drivers are clearly paying their fair share for the nation’s roads and bridges.
So, you want to run your own trucking company?
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Trucking & Taxes – August/September 2025
As the owner of a trucking company, it is important to avoid the common mistakes involving bookkeeping and taxes.
Roses & Razzberries – August/September 2025
Roses for a highway truck rescue and fundraising efforts. Razzberries for Ponzi schemes and more scams in yet another state.
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