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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, OOIDA
A truck parking update from ‘Live From Exit 24’
Despite ongoing efforts, there continues to be a lack of parking for trucks. This was discussed on the latest “Live From Exit 24.”
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Ontario aims to mandate washroom access for truckers, delivery drivers
Ontario is pushing a bill that would guarantee truckers and delivery drivers washroom access at places where they pick up and deliver.
News, State
California governor signs speed limit rule revision
One new law in California does away with the 85th percentile speed limit rule to permit changes on certain local roads.
News, Safety & Security
Report calls critical infrastructure cybersecurity ‘abysmal’
A report claims the cybersecurity of critical infrastructure worldwide is “abysmal,” raising concerns about basic precautions being ignored.
News, Safety & Security
Nearly nine of 10 vehicles inspected passed Brake Safety Week
During Brake Safety Week 2021, almost nine of 10 inspected commercial vehicles passed inspectors’ scrutiny in North America.
News, OOIDA
OOIDA tour trailer has two stops in Montana lined up
Marty Ellis plans to take the OOIDA tour trailer to two stops in Montana starting Oct. 21 in Missoula and ending the weekend in Laurel.
Crime & Courts, Federal, News
Lawsuit over FMCSA’s hours-of-service changes to resume
Safety groups say FMCSA’s changes to the hours of service would exacerbate a threat of fatigue among commercial motor vehicle drivers.
Federal, News
Joshi confirmation as FMCSA administrator advances to full Senate
Meera Joshi took another step toward becoming the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s next permanent administrator.
News, OOIDA
Truck parking issues at the center of next ‘Live From Exit 24’
“Live From Exit 24” is back Wednesday at 7 p.m. Central to talk truck parking issues and more. Call and share your thoughts at 317-67-OOIDA.
News, State
Northeast lawmakers urge governors to sign Transportation and Climate Initiative
More than 120 lawmakers in the Northeast want the Transportation and Climate Initiative ratified, which could accelerate adoption of electric vehicles.