Land Line Now, June 18, 2020.
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What had been a very promising highway bill has taken a dark turn for truckers with the approval of an insurance amendment that could cost them big money.
I. Today’s news with Terry Scruton
Massive wildfire prompts road closures in Arizona; a Florida bridge is not at risk of collapsing, but it’s still closed; and the cows have come home in Britain – it’s today’s news in trucking.
II. Wavier for expiring CDLs extended
The FMCSA has extended a waiver allowing truckers with expiring CDLs to keep driving during the pandemic; also, more about automated vehicles, drug testing and other topics.
III. Two states on surveillance, speed cameras
An effort in Tennessee would allow law enforcement to use surveillance cameras on interstate highways; meanwhile, a decision allows use of speed cameras in Virginia’s work zones.
IV. Insurance increase mars highway bill
What had been a very promising highway bill has taken a dark turn for truckers with the approval of an insurance amendment that could cost them big money.
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Links, email addresses, phone numbers and more information
- OOIDA has set up an online resource to provide direct access to information needed to operate in the coronavirus pandemic. Click on the COVID-19 – Facts for Truckers logo on the OOIDA or Land Line Media websites.
- It’s helpful for our members to keep us apprised of conditions on the roads and any problems they encounter. If you have situations to report call OOIDA at 816-229-5791 or email Questions@OOIDA.com.
- Women in Trucking has announced nominations are open for the 2020 Influential Women in Trucking Award. You can submit nominations here through July 31.
- Learn more about the OOIDA Safe Driving Award Program.
- Starting Friday, Jon Osburn and OOIDA’s tour truck, the Spirit of the American Trucker, will be at the J.D. “Doc” Osburn TA in Boise, Idaho. That’s at Exit 54 on Interstate 84. Find the upcoming Spirit stops here.
- View OOIDA’s complete guide to Regulatory Issues.
- To read about legislation in a particular state, visit Land Line Magazine’s Daily News By State
- View notices on the Bulletin Board.
- It’s never too late to share your views with lawmakers. You can do that on the Fighting for Truckers website or by calling 202-224-3121.
