Federal, News, State
FMCSA denies Florida agency’s exemption from CDL testing rules
FMCSA has denied a Florida agency’s request for an exemption from regulations that require the CDL skills tests be completed in succession.
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Podcast: Time to start your engines for produce season
The unofficial start to produce season has been announced. On this week’s Market Update, we’ll discuss how that will impact certain markets.
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Coronavirus, Federal, News
FMCSA expands COVID-19 emergency declaration
FMCSA has expanded its list of qualifying loads for its national emergency declaration. Find out which loads qualify for regulatory relief.
Equipment, News
Cummins, ATHS partner to preserve trucking history
The ATHS announces its first “Visionary Partner,” a new level of sponsorship allowing partners to be a more active part of the society’s growth.
News, State
Louisiana House committee approves longer, heavier loads at ports
A Louisiana House panel has approved a bill to create a new tandem load permit for trucks hauling to and from Louisiana ports.
Crime & Courts, News
Trucker gets to keep fighting to get his seized $39,500 back
A small-business truck driver’s $39,500 to buy a truck was seized 19 months ago in Phoenix. Court says he can keep fighting to get it back.
News, State
Hours-of-service waiver issued for North Dakota ag haulers
Winter may be over, but it left its mark in North Dakota. So much so, an emergency order was issued for delivery of agricultural goods.
Federal, News, OOIDA
OOIDA: Give truckers more time to comment on speed limiter notice
OOIDA says 30 days is not enough time for truck drivers to comment on FMCSA’s proposal to mandate speed limiters.
News
Some drivers may be sitting out International Roadcheck next week
The International Roadcheck safety inspection blitz is planned for May 17-19. How many drivers take a break during the blitz?
News, State
Orange County, Fla., voters to decide on transportation tax
Transportation tax to be included on Orange County, Fla., fall ballot
Federal, News, OOIDA
GOT Truckers Act picks up another co-sponsor
Another lawmaker has lent support to the Guaranteeing Overtime for Truckers Act, which would repeal a longstanding exemption.
OOIDA, Truck Shows
The OOIDA tour trailer returns to Crossroads Truck Meet
Marty Ellis takes the OOIDA tour trailer to his first stop as truck driver for OOIDA – the Crossroads Truck Meet in California, Mo.
