Federal, News
FMCSA explains plans to modernize registration system
FMCSA’s plan to modernize its registration system and crack down on fraud is going to come in stages. A rulemaking is expected this year.
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Podcast: World’s oldest active professional truck driver
Doyle Archer started driving decades ago and hasn’t stopped since. And while he didn’t give it much thought, those around him wondered if he might just be the oldest active trucker at 90 years old. And it turns out he is. We visit with the Guinness World Record holder.
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Cross-border freight drops in March, snapping three-year growth trend
For only the third time in more than three years, cross-border freight hauled by trucks dropped in March compared to the previous year.
News
Bipartisan bill introduced to combat freight fraud
A bipartisan bill endorsed by OOIDA aims to give FMCSA the tools it needs to combat freight fraud in the transportation industry
News
FMCSA asked for another student driver exemption
FMCSA has been asked for an exemption from the requirement that a CDL holder must be in the passenger seat while a permit holder is driving.
Federal, News
FMCSA adds 2 ELDS to revoked list
Two electronic logging devices have been removed from the approved list of devices. Here’s what truckers need to know to stay compliant.
News, State
Florida enacts transportation laws to protect, use road funds
Two new Florida laws are intended to protect transportation funds for roads and to ensure planned projects are completed.
Federal, News
FHWA propelling zero-emission truck adoption at the ports
With new regulations pushing zero-emission trucks, the federal government is spending money where the industry needs it the most: the ports.
Federal, News
Effort to provide restroom access to truckers continues
For anyone outside of the trucking industry, the idea of being denied restroom access while working probably seems unimaginable.
News, State
$1B announced for Utah transportation projects
The Utah Transportation Commission announced several transportation projects in Utah County projected to cost nearly $1.4 billion.
News, State
State lawmakers in three states discuss autonomous truck legislation
Legislation addressing authorization of autonomous vehicles, including large trucks, is a topic being reviewed at three statehouses.
Crime & Courts, News
Supreme Court says consumer bureau’s funding method is constitutional
Congress created the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in 2010. The Supreme Court has ruled the agency does not violate the Constitution.
