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DRIVE Act speeds up while speed limiter proposal slows down?
The DRIVE Act is gaining support as rumblings build that FMCSA’s speed limiter proposal may not be released in 2024.
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Podcast: Truckers on board discuss driver training, fraud, EVs and more
What needs to be done to improve driver training? It was one of several topics – including fraud, EVs and more – discussed by OOIDA’s Board.
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Federal, News
FMCSA audit used to highlight cybersecurity concerns
As part of a review of the cybersecurity levels of the FMCSA web servers, investigators were able to gain access to more than 13 million unauthorized records.
Opinion
Ban the sign-on bonus
Sign-on bonuses and similar schemes don’t fix the problem of low driver pay. In fact, says Land Line’s John Bendel, they make it worse.
Crime & Courts, News
Former Roadrunner CFO gets prison time for $245M fraud scheme
A former CFO for Roadrunner Transportation is going to prison for hiding millions of dollars in uncollected lease-purchase payments owed by drivers.
Crime & Courts, News
Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse issues result in trucking ban
A South Dakota driver and company owner has been declared an imminent hazard after testing positive for drug use and not getting help.
News, State
Michigan House panel discusses bill to permit work zone speed cameras
The use of speed cameras to enforce vehicle speeds in highway or street work zones continues to be discussed at the Michigan statehouse.
News
U.S. DOT asks for input on strategic plan
The U.S. Department of Transportation wants to hear from the public to help shape its strategic plan for fiscal years 2022-26.
News, OOIDA
How to protect yourself before, during and after a crash
What to do in the event of a crash was covered with Jennifer Harris and Gary Wright of the OOIDA Claims Department on “Live From Exit 24.”
News, OOIDA
Truckers for Troops raises more than $30,000 in 2021
Truckers for Troops raised $32,300 for military veterans during its 2021 campaign. This was the 15th year of the fundraising initiative.
Federal, News, OOIDA
FHWA asks for input on implementation of infrastructure law
The FHWA is soliciting suggestions on the best ways to implement the recently passed Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
Federal, News
House T&I Chair DeFazio won’t seek re-election
Rep. Peter DeFazio, chair of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, announced that he will not seek re-election in 2022.