Federal, News
Trucking industry seeks answers amid marijuana rescheduling proposal
The federal government wants to reschedule marijuana, creating confusion among federally regulated entities, including the trucking industry.
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Podcast: Ryder says transitioning to electric will cost some big bucks
How much will it cost the industry to convert to electric? One company has taken a look at the issue and thinks it has an answer.
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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.
News, State
Florida latest state to pursue left lane revision
Florida is the latest state to take up pursuit to bolster rules for left lane use. Four states have taken action this year on the issue.