Federal, News
FMCSA sharpening focus on broker fraud
While a broker transparency rule pends, FMCSA has taken other measures to address broker fraud, including a new Registration Fraud Team.
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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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Ontario details ELD mandate enforcement
The Ontario Ministry of Transportation provided carriers an update regarding enforcement of provincial and federal ELD mandates.
News, State
Pursuit continues at statehouses to mandate vehicle snow and ice removal
Lawmakers in multiple states continue to pursue legislation intended to enhance rules on removal of snow and ice from the top of vehicles.
Federal, News
Women of Trucking Advisory Board seeks applicants
The FMCSA wants qualified truckers to join its Women of Trucking Advisory Board to identify and address barriers women face in the field.
News, OOIDA, Truck Shows
A break between events, OOIDA tour trailer stops in Nashville
Marty Ellis takes the OOIDA tour trailer to Nashville, where he can polish the truck and maybe rest up before the Mid-America Trucking Show.
Federal, News, OOIDA
Driver shortage not the problem, Port of L.A. director says
OOIDA has long disputed the notion of a driver shortage in the trucking industry. The Association is not alone.
Crime & Courts, News
Stevens Transport settles discrimination allegations with EEOC
Stevens Transport will pay a $75,000 settlement to end a lawsuit that alleged it violated a job applicant’s rights during an interview.
News, State
New Mexico left lane truck rule vetoed; Virginia bill heads to governor
A New Mexico bill to limit left lane use for truckers is vetoed, and a Virginia truck lane bill awaits action by the governor.
Federal, News
Daylight saving time bill passes Senate
A bill that would make daylight saving time permanent across most of the nation passed the Senate on Tuesday, March 15.
Features, News, OOIDA Member
OOIDA member among finalists for Highway Angel award
The Truckload Carriers Association plans to announce its 2021 Highway Angel winner on March 22 in Las Vegas. An OOIDA member’s in contention.
Fuel prices, News, State
Fuel tax relief pursued in at least 18 states
Legislative efforts in at least 18 statehouses would provide motorists and/or truck drivers relief from fuel tax collections.