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.
Listen Now
Podcast: Ryder says transitioning to electric will cost some big bucks
How much will it cost the industry to convert to electric? One company has taken a look at the issue and thinks it has an answer.
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Federal, News
Infrastructure discussed at U.S. DOT confirmation hearing
Pete Buttigieg focused on the need to rebuild America’s infrastructure during his Senate confirmation hearing for the U.S. DOT Secretary.
News, State
Arkansas road funding bill would amend state constitution
A bill in the Arkansas Legislature would amend the state’s constitution to eliminate a barrier to cover certain road funding via sales tax.
OOIDA
OOIDA’s tour trailer stops at Barstow, Calif.
Leaving the San Joaquin Valley, OOIDA’s tour trailer is headed for Barstow, Calif. Catch up with skipper Jon Osburn if you’re in the area.
State, Tolls
I-69 Ohio River Crossing will include toll on new interstate bridge
The Indiana DOT has decided to toll only the new, four-lane Interstate 69 bridge for its I-69 Ohio River Crossing project.
Federal, News
White House issues ‘regulatory freeze’ memo
The White House on Wednesday, Jan. 20, issued a “regulatory freeze” memo to pause any new regulations from moving forward.
News, State
States continue pursuit to end ticket quotas
State legislatures around the country are taking steps to end the practice of policing for profit via ticket quotas.
Crime & Courts, Tolls
Rhode Island Senate files support for quashing subpoenas in toll lawsuit
The fight against subpoenas for three state officials in ATA’s toll lawsuit got more interesting after the Rhode Island Senate weighed in.
News, OOIDA, OOIDA Member
Remembering Don Phipps – April 18, 1927 – Jan. 16, 2021
OOIDA Director Emeritus Donald Phipps of Madrid, Iowa, died Jan. 16. He was 93. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marlys, who passed away Aug. 10, 2019.
Fuel prices
Diesel prices up again
The price per gallon of diesel continues to rise, says a Jan. 18 federal report. Diesel prices have increased weekly since Nov. 9, 2020.
Federal, News
DOT moves forward with updated Automated Vehicles Comprehensive Plan
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s updated Automated Vehicles Comprehensive Plan is scheduled to publish in the Federal Register this week.
