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Federal, News, Truck Parking

Truck parking bill finds new life with surge in co-sponsors

After lying in a four-month coma, the U.S. House is breathing new life into the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act. Is your rep listed?

Features, OOIDA

Truckers for Troops commemorates Flag Day

Truckers for Troops video series commemorates Flag Day. The holiday, which started in the early 1900s, is celebrated on June 14 each year.

Features, News, OOIDA Member

OOIDA life member honored as Highway Angel

OOIDA life member’s courage following a rush hour crash earns ‘Highway Angel’ honors. Driver credits decades as volunteer firefighter for preparing him to help.

Equipment

Daimler Trucks issues two separate recalls addressing steering issue

More than 10,000 Daimler Trucks vehicles are potentially affected by one of two recalls dealing with an issue with the steering component.

News, State

Ohio law authorizes transportation plan, Brent Spence Bridge funding

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has signed into law a bill that authorizes nearly $700 million for transportation. Funding for the Brent Spence Bridge also is included.

Federal, News, OOIDA

UCR comment period to reopen for 14 days

Following a response from OOIDA, the comment period regarding UCR fees for 2023 is being reopened for two weeks.

News, OOIDA, Truck Shows

The OOIDA tour trailer stops in London, Ohio, between shows

Marty Ellis and the OOIDA tour trailer will stop in London, Ohio, between the ATHS national historical truck show and a regional ATHS show.

Crime & Courts, Federal, News

U.S. solicitor general tells SCOTUS to avoid broker negligence case

The U.S. solicitor general advised the Supreme Court to avoid a case against C.H. Robinson that could have sweeping consequences for brokers.

News, OOIDA, Truck Shows

ATHS National Convention and Truck Show honors the history of trucking

2022 ATHS National Convention and Truck Show drew nearly 5,000 per day. ATHS executive director says it’s more than just the history of trucking.

News, State

Louisiana lawmakers approve double fines, camera use on Atchafalaya Bridge

A bill headed to the Louisiana governor would double fines for speeding and for truck lane restrictions along the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge.