Federal, News
Rep. Collins: Minimum insurance increase would ‘destroy’ trucking
A bill that would increase carriers’ minimum insurance to $5 million would “destroy the trucking industry,” a member of Congress said.
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OOIDA
OOIDA tour trailer returns to Clearwater, Minn.
Clearwater, Minn., is the next stop for Marty Ellis and the OOIDA tour trailer. The Nelson Bros. Restaurant and Bakery might tempt him.
News, State
New Texas law effective Sept. 1 revises truck injury liability rules
As of Sept. 1, a new law will revise Texas statute that covers injury liability concerns for truck operations of all sizes.
Fuel prices, News
Connecticut fuel emergency result of Tropical Storm Henri
Connecticut declared an emergency notice on Aug. 20, suspending hours of service for motor carries of fuel, due to Tropical Storm Henri.
News, Safety & Security
Faulty fuel tank bracket cause of Wabash National trailer recall
NHTSA’s Wabash National trailer recall affects certain van trailers from model years 2018 to 2022. Detached fuel tank brackets are the issue.
Federal, News, OOIDA
OOIDA to Department of Commerce: It’s a driver turnover problem
OOIDA told the U.S. Department of Commerce that steps must be taken to make the truck driving profession a desirable career.
Fuel prices, News
Diesel prices down for third straight week
The Energy Information Administration’s weekly report released on Aug. 23 showed the national average fell by more than 3 cents this week.
Federal, News, OOIDA
Medical Review Board proposes increasing vision standards for monocular CMV drivers
FMCSA’s Medical Review Board recommends increasing the vision standards for monocular drivers from 70- to 120-degrees, per a new report.
News, State
The ‘need to knows’ of voter registration
Voter registration is the first step to ensure your voice is heard on important issues and races at all levels of government.
News, State, Tolls
SR 400 express lanes project in Georgia in limbo indefinitely
Georgia’s SR 400 express lanes toll project is being delayed a second time after GDOT deemed the private contractor’s price too high.
Elections, News
Absentee voting provides big benefit to professional drivers
Absentee voting provides professional drivers a must-have method to ensure your voice is heard at home on Election Day.