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Rep. Collins: Minimum insurance increase would ‘destroy’ trucking
A bill that would increase carriers’ minimum insurance to $5 million would “destroy the trucking industry,” a member of Congress said.
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Podcast: Will congressional action shut down push for electric vehicles?
Four members of Congress are working to blunt the Biden administration’s push for electric vehicles. But will they have a real effect?
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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.
Crime & Courts
Trucking sales company’s insurer off the hook due to pollution exemption
Does your insurance policy have a pollution exemption? A federal court found that an insurer is not liable for damages caused by a chemical cloud.
News
Grizzly Creek Fire continues to shut down I-70 in Colorado
Portions of Interstate 70 in Colorado remain closed for a fifth day as the Grizzly Creek Fire continues to burn near Glenwood Canyon.
News, Truck Shows
Register your truck for Shell Rotella’s SuperRigs 2020
Shell Rotella’s SuperRigs 2020 will be a virtual show. And now’s the time for you polish your hardworking truck and participate. Online registration ends Aug. 21.
News, Products & Services
Jubitz Travel Center continues its tradition of Driver Appreciation Day
Jubitz Travel Center and Truck Stop will host a free event to celebrate the hard work of truck drivers on Sept. 23, with a free box lunch and gift bag.
News, Safety & Security
FBI warns of phishing email trying to scam SBA loan recipients
The FBI is warning individuals who received COVID-19 relief from the Small Business Administration to be on the lookout for a malicious phishing scam email.
