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
Michigan House panel approves cutting local road funding red tape
A bill package advancing in the Michigan House is intended to maximize funding for local roads by trimming federal aid costs.
Federal, News
Vehicle Inventory and Use Survey underway
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics is officially launching the 2021 Vehicle Inventory and Use Survey.
News, Truck Parking
The Parking Zone – February 2022
Truck parking at the federal government level made headlines, but plenty was going on at the local, state and private sector levels.
Coronavirus, Federal, News
FMCSA emergency declaration set to surpass two-year mark
FMCSA once again extended its national emergency declaration for truckers providing direct assistance in COVID-19 relief efforts.
News, State
States approve, nix left lane plans for trucks
State lawmakers in New Mexico and Virginia have moved forward with revised plans that would address left lane use for trucks.
Coronavirus, News
Ontario authorities hit back at Freedom Convoy protesters
The Ontario Ministry of Transportation ordered numerous suspensions and seizures as well as arrests in an effort to end the Freedom Convoy.
Federal, News
FMCSA updates guidance on accident determination
FMCSA has updated its guidance regarding the determination of whether a crash should be included on a motor carrier’s accident register.
News, OOIDA, State
Pay not a contributing factor to ‘driver shortage,’ according to ITA president
The Idaho Trucking Association’s president says pay isn’t why there’s a “driver shortage,” but OOIDA says, “Hold on, Jack.”
Federal, News, OOIDA
OOIDA opposes UCR fee proposal
FMCSA proposed reduced Unified Carrier Registration fees for 2023. OOIDA says the reductions don’t go far enough.
Federal, News, OOIDA
U.S. DOT plans to allow oral fluid as drug testing method
The U.S. Department of Transportation plans to give employers the choice to include oral fluid specimens in their drug testing programs.