Federal, News
GOP lawmakers introduce resolution to undo EPA’s new emission standards
One month after the EPA finalized tougher truck emission standards, Republican lawmakers are attempting to quash them.
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Podcast: Is renewable diesel an alternative to electric?
A new American Transportation Research Institute report includes promising data on renewable diesel. Jeff Short explains the details.
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Coronavirus, Federal, News
FEMA grant offering $300 weekly payout for lost wages begins in some states
Seven states will offer up to an additional $300 per week for those who lost wages or are unemployed due to COVID-19, courtesy of a FEMA grant program.
Federal, News
FMCSA to conduct study for Beyond Compliance program
The FMCSA plans to study the effectiveness of safety technologies and programs before it rolls out the congressionally mandated Beyond Compliance program.
News, State
Georgia panel gets go-ahead to continue work on freight movement
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has signed-off for approval of a special panel to continue its work to come up with solutions to address needs for freight movement.
OOIDA
The Spirit’s in Clearwater, Minn., until Friday
OOIDA’s tour trailer has checked into the Petro at Clearwater, Minn., and will be there until Friday, with Skipper Jon Osburn living the good life.
News
I-70 closure in Colorado due to wildfire enters second week
The Grizzly Creek Fire near Glenwood Springs, Colo., continues to burn across area, keeping I-70 closed for a seventh consecutive day.
Federal, News
Mullen to leave FMCSA at end of August, DOT confirms
Jim Mullen, FMCSA’s acting administrator, will leave the agency at the end of August, a spokesperson for the U.S. Department of Transportation confirmed.
News
Interstate 5 between Oregon and Washington to close in September
If you plan to use the Interstate Bridge on Interstate 5 between Oregon and Washington in September, expect delays or consider rerouting your trip.
News, Safety & Security
UPDATE: Protest planned for Saturday afternoon along Chicago’s Dan Ryan Expressway
The Illinois State Police is advising truckers to avoid the Dan Ryan Expressway portion of Interstate 94 in downtown Chicago at noon on Saturday during a planned protest march.
Federal, News
FMCSA receives exemption request to allow company to lower cameras
A company is asking FMCSA to allow its advanced driver assistance system cameras to be mounted lower in the windshield than the regulations permit.
News, State
Ohio bill allows more local police on interstates
An Ohio House committee continues discussing a bill to enable more townships to send local police onto interstates. Effort raises concern about speed traps.
