Federal, News, Truck Parking
Marijuana rescheduling will not alter DOT drug testing, Buttigieg tells Congress
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg told Congress that truckers will be tested for marijuana even if the drug is rescheduled.
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Podcast: What can we expect out of new FMCSA leader?
FMCSA’s new acting administrator has a long history in the DOT – and it may offer a guide for those wondering where the agency is headed.
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News, State
California governor vetoes tax credit for certain vehicle owners
A bill vetoed by the California governor called for giving certain taxpayers money to not own a vehicle.
News, State, Tolls
Rhode Island governor on court’s ruling on truck tolling: ‘We’ll be appealing’
In September, a federal judge ruled Rhode Island’s truck-only tolling unconstitutional. The governor says the state will appeal the ruling.
Elections, Fuel prices, News, State
Carson City, Nev., voters to decide whether to adopt local diesel tax
Voters in Nevada’s capital city will decide next month whether to continue collection of a local diesel tax to aid transportation purposes.
Fuel prices, News
EIA short-term forecast optimistic despite OPEC cuts
EIA released its latest short-term energy outlook on Oct. 12, forecasting crude oil prices below $100 per barrel despite production cuts.
News, Products & Services, State, Truck Parking
Residents petition against proposed Love’s in Missouri town
Residents in Herculaneum, Mo., are trying to put a stop to a proposed Love’s Travel Stop, claiming it would bring in crime.
Federal, News, OOIDA
Trucking Alliance calls hair testing opposition ‘disappointing’; OOIDA president responds
The Trucking Alliance says there’s a “public safety problem” of illicit drug use among truckers and condemns opponents to hair testing.
Business
Kenan Advantage Group buys Toronto’s Connectrans
Fresh from acquiring New Jersey’s Carbon Express, Kenan Advantage Group adds to its logistics division by buying Connectrans Logistics.
Business, Products & Services
Spot load postings on MembersEdge jumped 5% last week
Load posts are up noticeably on MembersEdge, but there remain plenty of trucks available. Hurricane Ian’s effects are lingering.
Federal, News, Safety & Security
CVSA shares results of five-day hazmat inspection blitz
CVSA checked 6,000 vehicles carrying hazardous materials or dangerous goods during an unannounced five-day inspection blitz. How many were in violation?
Federal, News, OOIDA
OOIDA talks overtime, AB5 on Clubhouse
Whether it be in the courtroom or in Congress, OOIDA is dedicated to fighting for the interests of truck drivers.