News, OOIDA
OOIDA Foundation points out problems with EPA mandate
An analysis from the OOIDA Foundation raises concerns stemming from the EPA’s new Phase 3 greenhouse gas regulations on heavy trucks.
Listen Now
Podcast: From homeless to full of hope
Thanks to the Veterans Community Project, an Army veteran and former truck driver has gone from homeless to full of hope for the future.
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Federal, News, State
FMCSA determines that Washington’s break rules are preempted
FMCSA has determined that Washington’s meal and rest break rules are preempted by federal law, similar to a 2018 California decision.
News, State
Texas bill pursues more revenue from electric vehicles and hybrids
A new bill in Texas that could soon come up for consideration pursues additional road revenue from owners of electric vehicles and hybrids.
News, OOIDA
OOIDA’s tour trailer stops in North Little Rock, Ark.
Jon Osburn, skipper of OOIDA’s tour trailer, next stops in North Little Rock, Ark. He’d like to hear your perspective on issues.
OOIDA
OOIDA Board of Directors holds biennial election
The OOIDA Board of Directors held its biennial election at its fall board meeting for the eight members with expiring terms.
Crime & Courts, News
Prime truckers eligible for $28M settlement have until Dec. 7
Former and current New Prime truck drivers and trainees have a few weeks remaining to claim their portion of a $28 million settlement.
News, State
Pennsylvania revises ‘Steer Clear’ law
A new law in Pennsylvania addresses concern about safety on the state’s roadways via revisions to the “Steer Clear” rule.
Federal
Truckers have until Nov. 18 to submit comments on broker transparency
Truckers are encouraged to submit comments to FMCSA on OOIDA’s broker transparency petition as the deadline is just days away
News, OOIDA
‘Live From Exit 24’ offers more election analysis
OOIDA President Todd Spencer and Executive Vice President Lewie Pugh join host Mike Matousek on the Nov. 18 episode of “Live From Exit 24.”
Features
Remembering the ‘R’ in YRC
YRC recently announced it will change its name back to Yellow. Land Line’s John Bendel recalls almost working for Roadway, the “R” in YRC.
Tolls
Florida task force M-CORES report finds no ‘specific need’ for toll roads
Final reports for Florida’s M-CORES toll project has been sent to the governor, and all three reports could not justify a need for the tolls.