News
DRIVE Act speeds up while speed limiter proposal slows down?
The DRIVE Act is gaining support as rumblings build that FMCSA’s speed limiter proposal may not be released in 2024.
Listen Now
Podcast: Truckers on board discuss driver training, fraud, EVs and more
What needs to be done to improve driver training? It was one of several topics – including fraud, EVs and more – discussed by OOIDA’s Board.
The Latest
Federal, News
Meera Joshi nominated to be permanent FMCSA administrator
President Joe Biden has announced his intent to nominate Meera Joshi to take the permanent role as administrator of the FMCSA.
News, State
Idaho bill to aid road work moves forward
A bill moving through the Idaho statehouse would provide a boost for road work around the state with tax money already available.
Federal, News, OOIDA
OOIDA: Worker classification rule should be tweaked, not rescinded
OOIDA opposes the U.S. Department of Labor’s plans to withdraw a worker classification final rule.
OOIDA
Tolling, commercialization and diversion of truck taxes on the next ‘Live From Exit 24’
Concerns about tolling, commercialization or diverted truck taxes? Call into the next “Live From Exit 24” on April 21 at 11 a.m.
Federal, News, State
White House releases infrastructure needs for all 50 states
In a marketing campaign to gain support for the American Jobs Plan, President Joe Biden has issued infrastructure fact sheets for each state.
Fuel prices, News
Another drop for diesel, according to reports
The Energy Information Administration report released on April 12 shows falling diesel prices for the third consecutive week.
Federal, News
Transportation issues front and center this week in D.C.
Transportation will be a big topic of conversation this week in Washington, D.C., with multiple committee hearings slated.
News, Safety & Security
FMCSA warns motor carriers to be wary of potential scams
Be wary of fraudulent, misleading or aggressive marketing attempts, FMCSA warns motor carriers, and also offers tips for victims.
Truck Parking
National League of Cities suggests giving unused parking spots to truckers
A lot of cities have underutilized parking spaces, and the National League of Cities is telling them to consider letting truckers use them.
Crime & Courts
Trucking companies owe EPA $42M for hazmat cleanup
Xtra Intermodal and X-L-Co. are liable for environmental damages at an old zinc plant site outside of St. Louis that dates back to 1911.
