Federal, News
Trucking industry seeks answers amid marijuana rescheduling proposal
The federal government wants to reschedule marijuana, creating confusion among federally regulated entities, including the trucking industry.
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Podcast: Ryder says transitioning to electric will cost some big bucks
How much will it cost the industry to convert to electric? One company has taken a look at the issue and thinks it has an answer.
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News, State
New Louisiana law to collect electric, hybrid vehicle fee
Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards has signed into law a bill aid transportation funding via a fee on electric and hybrid vehicles.
Federal, News
Bipartisan bill would repeal federal excise tax on heavy trucks
Earlier this month, a pair of Congressmen introduced a bill that would repeal a federal excise tax on heavy trucks.
Crime & Courts, News
Fifty migrants confirmed dead in suspected human smuggling plan
Fifty are confirmed dead after migrants are found in abandoned semi in Texas. San Antonio’s mayor calls it a “horrific human tragedy.”
Fuel prices, News, State
Proper IFTA reporting key during tax holidays
Recent fuel tax holidays are creating compliance issues in several jurisdictions, according to IFTA. How can you be sure you’re compliant?
Federal, News
Department of Labor to host second worker classification public forum
The U.S. Department of Labor’s second public forum regarding worker classification is set for Wednesday, June 29.
Crime & Courts, News
Driver, company face lawsuit over protester’s death
An Ontario, Canada, truck driver and the motor carrier that employed him face a $5 million lawsuit over the death of a protester at a pork processing plant in June 2020. Regan Russell, 65, died on June 19, 2020, when she was struck by a truck while protesting provincial legislation that prohibited protesters from obstructing […]
Crime & Courts, News
Alvarez Transport ordered to cease after driver’s crash, death
On top of many violations, a crash killing one of its drivers led fed regulators to order Connecticut’s Alvarez Transport to stop operating.
News, State
Louisiana approves longer, heavier loads at ports
A new law in Louisiana creates a new tandem load permit for trucks hauling to and from ports in the state.
Federal, News, OOIDA
OOIDA opposes driver training school’s exemption request
When it comes to improving highway safety, OOIDA said there is no substitute for an experienced and qualified trainer.
Crime & Courts, Federal, News
C.H. Robinson loses U.S. Supreme Court bid in negligence lawsuit
The Supreme Court declined to hear C.H. Robinson’s negligence lawsuit, paving the way for brokers to be held liable for contracted carriers.