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UPDATE: Francis Scott Key Bridge struck by ship, collapses

The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed into the Patapsco River early Tuesday morning after it was struck by a ship destined for Sri Lanka.

News, State

Michigan House fails to advance bills to provide reciprocity for certain loads

A Michigan House bill package revisiting reciprocity for timber haulers who must cross the state’s borders fails to advance.

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Alabama organizations assisting Texas wildfire relief efforts

The Alabama Trucking Association and Alabama Cattlemen’s Association are hauling hay and raising money for those affected by Texas wildfires.

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Motorists still fearful of self-driving vehicles

A new survey shows a majority of Americans are afraid of self-driving vehicles but are OK with semi-autonomous features like AEBs.

Federal, News

Truckers weigh in on ELD exemption request

An owner-operator recently asked FMCSA for an exemption from the ELD mandate. Dozens of truckers have submitted comments.

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Nomination period for Transition Trucking award now open

Nominations for the 2024 Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence award are being accepted to find “America’s top rookie military driver.”

News, State

New Jersey Legislature approves fuel tax increase

The New Jersey Legislature quickly approved a bill to extend a gas and diesel tax rule and to add a new transportation revenue source.

Crime & Courts, News, State

Recent cargo theft analysis shows significant increase from previous year

Cargo theft in the U.S. saw a significant increase in 2023. Find out which states and commodities were the most targeted last year.

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Bills of interest to trucking businesses pass committees

A pair of bills of particular interest to trucking businesses passed through Congressional committees on Thursday, March 21.

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OOIDA updates FightingForTruckers.com

OOIDA has updated FightingForTruckers.com, its grassroots advocacy website, with a modern look and even more user-friendly functions.