Crime & Courts, Federal, News
Supreme Court overturns Chevron doctrine, stripping power from federal agencies
The Supreme Court dismantled the Chevron doctrine, a devastating blow to federal agencies’ ability to interpret laws when establishing rules.
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Podcast: Supreme Court decision might upend ability of feds to regulate
Supreme Court action that overturned the so-called Chevron doctrine could impair agencies like FMCSA as they regulate various industries.
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News, State
Interstates reopen after record rain, flooding in St. Louis
I-70 and the other interstates leading into downtown St. Louis were closed because of record rain and flooding Tuesday. Watch for surprises.
Business, Products & Services
MembersEdge load posts fell 16% last week; load-to-truck ratios declined
Load posts on DAT MembersEdge have tumbled, freeing up trucks and depressing spot rates. Gulf Coast port activity is boosting rates, though.
Opinion
Meet Driface, the driver-facing camera
If a driver-facing camera could talk, it might say stuff like Driface told columnist John Bendel. It might become your new best friend – or not.
News, Products & Services
Research group seeks input from truckers on driver-facing cameras
What role can driver-facing cameras play in reducing litigation against truckers and carriers? One research institute is looking for the answer that question.
News, State
Best and worst states for teen drivers
With FMCSA considering lowering the minimum age required to obtain a CDL, which states are the worst and best for teen drivers?
News
Deadline for Transition Trucking nominations is July 31
The nomination period for the Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence Award ends July 31. Go to TransitionTrucking.org to nominate.
Federal, News
FMCSA apprenticeship program application process opens today
FMCSA began accepting applications for motor carriers to participate in its Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program on July 26.
Fuel prices, News
Diesel prices down for fifth consecutive week
The average diesel price fell nearly 20 cents in one region, while the national average’s down 16 cents, according to the latest EIA report.
Fuel prices, News, State
Portland, Ore., considers banning sale of fossil-based diesel fuel
One city is considering banning the sale of petroleum-based diesel fuel to cut greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change.
News, State
Massachusetts Senate endorses $10.84 billion transportation bond bill
The Massachusetts Senate has endorsed a $10.84 billion transportation bond bill. The plan calls for tapping federal aid and state surplus revenue.
