Federal, News
Rep. Collins: Minimum insurance increase would ‘destroy’ trucking
A bill that would increase carriers’ minimum insurance to $5 million would “destroy the trucking industry,” a member of Congress said.
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Podcast: Is renewable diesel an alternative to electric?
A new American Transportation Research Institute report includes promising data on renewable diesel. Jeff Short explains the details.
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News, State
Pennsylvania investing in multimodal projects, including truck traffic improvements
With federal funding opening the floodgates for infrastructure projects, PennDOT is getting a head start with a $50M investment in multimodal projects.
Crime & Courts, News
Michigan man who crashed into semitruck, shot and killed by police
Frank Robles, from Roseville, Mich., reportedly crashed into a semitruck before brandishing a knife and being fatally shot by police.
News, State
Bill advances to double fines, camera use on Louisiana’s Atchafalaya Basin Bridge
A Louisiana Senate bill would double fines for some violations on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge. Enforcement cameras also would be authorized.
News
Daimler wins drug testing exemption for test drivers
Some Daimler field test drivers can duck Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse queries, but a Mexican bus company’s exemption request is denied.
Crime & Courts, News
Drunken propane hauler declared an imminent hazard
Side-swiping a vehicle while hauling propane while intoxicated has led to a Pennsylvania truck driver being declared an imminent hazard.
Federal, News
FMCSA, Labor Department focus on preventing sexual assault in trucking
The U.S. Department of Labor and FMCSA are hosting a virtual roundtable aimed at ending sexual assault in the trucking industry.
News, State
Illinois Supreme Court protects transportation revenue
Illinois Supreme Court rules in favor of constitutional amendment to prevent transportation revenue from being used for purposes not related to transportation.
News, State
Bill providing CDL training to inmates a ‘win-win,’ says senator
The Connecticut State Senate unanimously OKs giving inmates near release access to a CDL knowledge test. Its sponsor calls it a “win-win.”
Federal, News
Oral drug testing comment period ends April 29
The U.S. Department of Transportation is considering changes to its drug testing program. Truck drivers have a few more days to weigh in.
Fuel prices, News
Only two regions under $5 per gallon
The Energy Information Administration’s weekly report showed a national average of $5.16. The highest price is $6.277 in California.
