Federal, News
Overtime rule leaves out truck drivers; OOIDA promotes GOT Truckers Act
The Department of Labor’s new overtime rule doesn’t benefit truck drivers. However, OOIDA is advocating for a bill that would.
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Podcast: Some positive signs in the freight market
The OOIDA Foundation’s market report shows a freight market still trying to shake off what weighs it down. But there are positive signs.
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Federal, News
FMCSA taking driver panel applications until Oct. 16
The FMCSA has released information of how truckers can apply to be a part of the agency’s new commercial motor vehicle driver panel.
Federal, News
Hours-of-service changes expected to arrive on time
Starting on Tuesday, Sept. 29, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s changes to the hours-of-service regulations go into effect.
News, OOIDA
OOIDA’s tour trailer stops in Clayton, Ind.
The next stop for OOIDA’s tour trailer is in Clayton, Ind. Skipper Jon Osburn looks forward to hearing from drivers who have time to stop.
State
Pennsylvania Senate approves ‘Steer Clear’ law revisions
The Pennsylvania Senate has taken action to address concerns about a growing number of violations to the state’s “Steer Clear” rule.
Crime & Courts
Lawsuit accuses trucking company of firing trucker for being gay
A trucker is suing Pennsylvania-based Smith Transport for violating the Civil Rights Act, alleging sexual harassment based on his sexuality.
Federal, News
New hours of service set to take effect Sept. 29
Despite a lawsuit challenging the FMCSA’s hours-of-service final rule, all signs point toward the changes going into effect on Sept. 29.
Crime & Courts, News
‘Slammer’ named in staged crash indictments shot to death in New Orleans
Cornelius Garrison, identified by federal prosecutors as a ‘slammer’ in a sweeping insurance fraud conspiracy, has been shot to death.
News
California will require 100% zero-emission truck sales by 2045
Gov. Newsom signed an executive order that requires 100% of new trucks to be zero-emission by 2045, expanding on CARB’s already strict rules.
News
Worker classification clarification open to public comment
The public has about a month to comment on the U.S. Department of Labor’s proposal regarding worker classification definitions.
News, State
California Legislature approves road bonds
The California Legislature has approved a bill that would use bonds to fund the state’s road work program.
