Crime & Courts, Federal, News
Feds warn carriers about cargo theft scheme
Cargo theft in the U.S. continues to climb. The FBI is warning carriers about a sophisticated scheme that has cost the industry millions.
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Podcast: Efforts designed to combat highway protests
A handful of states are considering measures that are meant to deter protesters from exercising their First Amendment rights on highways.
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Federal, News, OOIDA
FMCSA’s Joshi talks driver retention, detention time with OOIDA
During a meeting with OOIDA, FMCSA’s acting Administrator Meera Joshi thanked truck drivers for their commitment to the nation.
News, State
End near for daylight saving time?
Changing the clock for daylight saving time is a practice that continues to be debated at statehouses around the country and in D.C.
Coronavirus, Federal, News
OSHA issues COVID-19 vaccine mandate for private employers
OSHA has released its emergency temporary standard requiring a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for private employers with more than 100 employees.
News, OOIDA
The broker-carrier relationship
A number of issues impacting brokers and carriers were covered on the latest “Live From Exit 24” with Ken Lund of Allen Lund Co.
News
Bid to benefit Truckers Against Trafficking
An auction of an “Everyday Heroes” Kenworth T680 will be held in December with the proceeds going directly to Truckers Against Trafficking.
News, State
Port of Seattle accelerates zero emission goal by a decade
Turning to a more aggressive plan, the Port of Seattle Commission has agreed to move its net-zero emissions goal from 2050 to 2040.
Elections, News, State
Virginia, New Jersey voters decide on state offices
Voters in Virginia and New Jersey this week cast ballots for fall elections. Voters there decided on governorships and state legislative seats.
Elections, News, State
Voters in seven states decide on transportation initiatives
Voters around the country had their say Nov. 2 on transportation initiatives at the local, county and statewide levels of government.
Federal, News, OOIDA
National Consumer Complaint Database needs overhaul, OOIDA says
In its current form, the National Consumer Complaint Database is a poorly named and “toothless” outlet for drivers to report violations, OOIDA says.
News, State
Idaho to start licensing hauling hemp cargos, production
Two years after truck drivers entered plea agreements for hauling hemp cargos across Idaho, the state now licenses hauling and production.