Federal, News
Overtime rule leaves out truck drivers; OOIDA promotes GOT Truckers Act
The Department of Labor’s new overtime rule doesn’t benefit truck drivers. However, OOIDA is advocating for a bill that would.
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Podcast: Federal underride effort pushes forward
An NHTSA advisory committee has held another meeting, and it appears some on the panel are committed to creating an underride requirement.
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News, OOIDA, Products & Services
OOIDA Foundation announces monthly freight market update
The OOIDA Foundation has developed a freight market update designed more specifically for its members, in particular, owner-operators.
Features, OOIDA, Truck Shows
Walcott Truckers Jamboree returns in mid-July
The Walcott Truckers Jamboree, July 14-16, will have plenty of activities to thank truckers for all they do. OOIDA plans to join the party.
News, State
AB5 case denied by Supreme Court; what’s next?
The U.S. Supreme Court announced last week that it wouldn’t hear the California Trucking Association’s AB5 case. So, what’s next?
News, State
Alaska seeks relief from entry-level driver training rule
Citing the state’s limited infrastructure, Alaska is requesting an exemption from a portion of the FMCSA’s entry-level driver training rule.
Fuel prices, News, State
Georgia governor extends fuel tax holiday
Action taken by the Georgia governor extends the state’s fuel tax holiday and addresses supply chain issues through mid-August.
Federal, News
NHTSA to accept applications for underride protection committee
Starting this week, NHTSA will begin accepting nominations for its Advisory Committee on Underride Protection.
Fuel prices, News
Diesel numbers down this week
The ProMiles.com July 5 diesel report showed drops to the national average as well as the average price in each reporting region.
Features, OOIDA
Happy Independence Day from Truckers for Troops and OOIDA
OOIDA and Truckers for Troops wish you a safe and happy Independence Day in the latest video in its military commemoration series.
News, State
Indiana town reduces speed limit for trucks amid safety concerns
Indiana town lowers a highway speed limit for tractor-trailers, though the chief of police says it’s “not meant to punish the truckers.
Fuel prices, News, State
California’s inflation relief package includes diesel sales tax break
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday signed a $308 billion state budget that includes relief for truck drivers.