Federal, News
Truck Leasing Task Force plans meetings in June, July
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Truck Leasing Task Force will resume with meetings scheduled in June and July.
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Podcast: In our feelings – freight market sentiment
Lower freight volumes and lower spot rates have been the norm for several months now – but are better times right around the corner? Owner-operators seem to think so.
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Crime & Courts, News, Safety & Security
Carriers on ‘high alert’ when it comes to cargo theft over the holiday weekend
Cargo theft continues to rise in the U.S. One industry insider is warning truckers to be on “high alert” over the Memorial Day weekend.
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FMCSA launches 2024’s Operation Protect Your Move
FMCSA is continuing efforts to protect the public from scams involving household goods. A 2023 initiative found more than 1,000 violations.
News, State
Pelican Island Bridge reopens to traffic
The Pelican Island Bridge closed on Wednesday, May 15 after it was hit by a barge. It has reopened following inspections and assessments.
News, Truck Parking
Canadian drivers rally for truck parking
Canadian trucking group says British Columbia is in need of 5,000 truck parking spaces. Find out what’s being done to address the issue.
News, State
Michigan lawmakers pursue road-usage tax
Legislation at the Michigan statehouse would authorize a voluntary road-usage tax pilot program to potentially replace the state’s fuel tax.
Federal, News
Trucking industry seeks answers amid marijuana rescheduling proposal
The federal government wants to reschedule marijuana, creating confusion among federally regulated entities, including the trucking industry.
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Another electric truck charging station coming to the Port of Long Beach
Ground was broken on a new electric truck charging station at the Port of Long Beach. Forum Mobility will construct the “FM Harbor” depot.
Federal, News
Prove It Act adds two co-sponsors
The Prove It Act, a bill aimed at protecting small businesses from overregulation, recently picked up two more co-sponsors.
News
FMCSA grants carrier exemption to use flashing brake light system
FMCSA has granted an exemption to Gemini Motor Transport that will allow the carrier to operate a flashing brake light system.
News, State
Side underride guard provision removed from California bill
The California Senate could soon decide whether to advance a reworked bill that initially included a side underride guard requirement.