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FMCSA to accept comments on towing fees through Aug. 1
FMCSA is giving industry stakeholders another month to provide comments regarding the transparency of towing fees.
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Federal, News
FMCSA denies company’s exemption for under-21 pilot program
FMCSA has denied a trucking company’s request to let it use under-21 permit holders for the agency’s apprenticeship pilot program.
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Officials try something new to stop truckers at Smugglers’ Notch
Despite numerous efforts to prevent truckers from entering Smugglers’ Notch, the problem persists. Officials have another plan in place.
News, State, Truck Parking
Truck parking is focus of Georgia freight and logistics plan
A new Georgia law gives the green light to a statewide freight and logistics plan that includes an emphasis on truck parking.
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EIA forecasts bulk of electric generation to come from renewable sources
The Energy Information Administration has released its May short-term outlook and a shift in electric generation was among the highlights.
Crime & Courts, News
Philips agrees to billion-dollar settlement from CPAP recall
After a massive recall of CPAP devices, a settlement has been made to compensate users for damages. Here’s how the money will be disbursed.
Federal, News
House passes bill requiring more oversight of U.S. Postal Service truck contractors
A bill requiring the U.S. Postal Service to track and report crashes involving truckers transporting mail is halfway through Congress.
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Francis Scott Key Bridge emergency order extended
The Francis Scott Key Bridge emergency issued in March has been extended for a second time and now will remain in effect through June 8.
Crime & Courts, News
Texas Supreme Court revives trucker’s multimillion-dollar negligence lawsuit
A trucker was awarded millions after claiming his employer coerced him to violate hours-of-service regulations. That verdict is now in jeopardy.
Federal, News
FMCSA plans registration modernization meeting for May 29
In an attempt to deter fraud and improve an outdated system, FMCSA is working toward modernizing the registration process.
News, State
Pennsylvania House panel approves local funding flexibility for bridges
A Pennsylvania House committee voted to advance a bill to give counties local funding flexibility to address municipal bridge projects.