Federal, News
FMCSA denies company’s exemption for under-21 pilot program
FMCSA has denied a trucking company’s request to let it use under-21 permit holders for the agency’s apprenticeship pilot program.
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Podcast: Veterans Community Project has gone to the dogs – and it’s a good thing
The Veterans Community Project is unique among similar programs. It doesn’t just allow dogs into its communities – it welcomes them.
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News, State
Flooding creates state of emergency in the Northwest
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee declared a state of emergency after heavy rain and wind caused extensive flooding, mudslides and power outages.
News, OOIDA
OOIDA Foundation lays out the facts of the ‘driver shortage’
The OOIDA Foundation has created research reports to help professional drivers rebut often-parroted accounts of a “driver shortage.”
Fuel prices, News
Diesel prices continue to seesaw
Diesel numbers were up – and down – according to a weekly report from the Energy Information Administration released on Nov. 15.
Crime & Courts, News, State
U.S. Supreme Courts wants solicitor general to weigh in on AB5
The Supreme Court asked the solicitor general to weigh in on a case involving California’s Assembly Bill 5.
News, OOIDA
OOIDA Board nomination forms hit mailboxes
The time to nominate candidates for the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association’s Board of Directors begins now.
Federal, News
Obama-era trailer emissions standards reversed
Trailer manufacturers will not have to adhere to stricter emissions standards after a court found agencies overstepped their boundaries.
News, OOIDA
The OOIDA tour trailer stops in Kingman, Ariz.
Marty Ellis stops in Kingman, Ariz., for a couple of days before venturing to Las Vegas. Tell him what’s on your mind if you’re in the area.
Analysis, News
Latest truck-involved fatal crash data questions safety regulations
FMCSA’s recently published truck-involved fatal crash data for 2019 contradicts claims of fatigue being a factor and ELDs improving safety.
Coronavirus, Federal, News, OOIDA
OOIDA to labor secretary: All truck drivers should be exempt from vaccine rule
U.S. labor secretary said recently that OSHA’s COVID-19 rule won’t apply to most truckers. OOIDA says all truckers should be exempt.
Federal, News, OOIDA
‘Live From Exit 24’ dives into infrastructure bill
“Live From Exit 24” is back with a look at recently passed infrastructure bill. Share your thoughts on the bill by calling 317-67-OOIDA.
