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EPA criticized for ‘torrent of regulation’
Senate Republicans criticized the EPA for “a torrent of regulation” that led to higher costs at a committee hearing on Wednesday, May 8.
Listen Now
Podcast: FMCSA to cars – time to share the road
FMCSA is undertaking a project to alert the general public about sharing the road with large trucks. OOIDA’s Jay Grimes has the details.
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Federal, News
FMCSA grants TIA’s petition on training for brokers
FMCSA has granted a petition from the Transportation Intermediaries Association regarding training requirements for brokers.
News
Michigan DOT closing highway for bridge demolition
The Michigan Department of Transportation will close a portion of Interstate 496 and U.S. Highway 127 for bridge demolition this weekend.
News, Truck Parking
Survey reveals what truckers want in a truck stop
A survey reveals the importance of truck parking at private truck stops and the need for other amenities you can’t find at rest areas.
News, State
Michigan adopts revision to speed limit rule
A new Michigan law permits the state to revise a speed limit rule. A related rule change is being pursued in New Jersey.
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Port of Long Beach to study multimodal transportation
The Port of Long Beach is contracting with infrastructure-management company Iteris for an 18-month study to enhance multimodal transportation.
Federal, News, State
FMCSA denies Florida agency’s exemption from CDL testing rules
FMCSA has denied a Florida agency’s request for an exemption from regulations that require the CDL skills tests be completed in succession.
News, State
New Wisconsin law authorizes truck-driver training grant program
The Wisconsin governor has signed into law a bill to require the establishment and administration of a truck driver training grant program.
News
Autonomous vehicle stakeholders seek clarity from federal, state governments
A report from autonomous vehicle stakeholders reveals that although progress is being made, uncertainty in government policies is getting in the way.
Federal, News
FMCSA’s Safety Research Forum open for registration
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration will have its annual Safety Research Forum later this month. It is open to the public.
Features
Beware of falling bridges
No trucks fell in the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. The history of bridge collapses shows that hasn’t always been the case.