Federal, News
FMCSA grants TIA’s petition on training for brokers
FMCSA has granted a petition from the Transportation Intermediaries Association regarding training requirements for brokers.
Listen Now
Podcast: Economist – pay and safety go hand-in-hand in trucking
A well-paid trucker is a safe trucker. Michael Belzer of Wayne State University concluded that about intrastate and interstate truckers.
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Federal, News
Automation a frequent topic at FMCSA ART Forum
FMCSA acting Administrator Meera Joshi said the agency is preparing for a future with automation, although the timeline is still unknown.
Federal, News, OOIDA
‘Live From Exit 24’ talks speed limiters, parking, tolls and more
Speed limiters, tolls and truck parking were discussed on the March 10 episode of “Live From Exit 24” with host Mike Matousek and guests.
Federal, News
PRO Act passes House, moves on to Senate
The PRO Act, which would implement California’s ABC Test for union elections, passes the House by a vote of 225-206.
Crime & Courts, News, State
Texas truck bill would revise injury liability rules
A legislative pursuit in the Texas statehouse would revise statute that covers injury liability concerns for truck operations.
Crime & Courts, News
Ohio CMV driver named an imminent hazard
An Ohio trucker has been declared an imminent hazard and banned from driving following a fatal crash and refusing a blood alcohol test.
News, State
Pensacola Bay Bridge reopening possibly delayed
Crews working on the Pensacola Bay Bridge found additional needed repairs, likely delaying the reopening that was scheduled for March.
Fuel prices, News, State
Changes to fuel tax rates pursued in 11 states
State legislators around the country continue to pursue additional transportation funds via revisions to fuel tax rates.
News
Report: Traffic fatalities up in 2020 despite VMT going down
Data compiled by the National Safety Council reveals traffic fatalities increased last year, even after the pandemic limited miles traveled.
Coronavirus, News
Cross-border freight impacted by pandemic in 2020
Cross-border freight took a hit in 2020 due to COVID-19, with all five freight modes experiencing a yearly loss, including trucking freight.
Federal, News
FMCSA ART Forum scheduled for March 10
FMCSA’s ART Forum will be conducted virtually on Wednesday, March 10. FMCSA acting Administrator Meera Joshi will deliver the keynote address.
