LLN (6/4/19) – Are you a leased owner-operator? A California bill could end that business model in the state. Also, a Canadian government agency is taking a serious look at the risks truckers face out on the road. Meanwhile, we’ll have an update on an OOIDA warning about towing rip-offs in Wyoming. And a little known aspect of legislation – report language – can have a big impact on issues important to you.
0:00-9:57 – Newscast
9:57-24:42 – Canada risk assessment; California misclassification
24:42-39:40 – Insurance increases; Finding that good broker
39:40-49:23 – Truck policy in spending bill
Segment 1
Newscast
- Steen Gronlund a Life Member with OOIDA has been named a 2019 TA Petro Citizen Driver. Read more: Citizen Driver Steen Gronlund honored with ceremony, puppy.
- Ernie Broyles Jr. of Great Cacapon, W.Va., has been recognized by the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association for 39 years of safe, accident-free driving as part of the OOIDA Safe Driving Award Program. Learn more about the OOIDA Safe Driving Award Program.
- Jon Osburn and OOIDA’s tour truck, the Spirit of the American Trucker, are at the Coffee Cup Fuel Stop in Steele, N.D. That’s at Exit 200 on I-94. Stop in, say hi to Jon and Sassi, and join OOIDA for a $10 discount. See the full Spirit Schedule.
Segment 2
A Canadian government agency is taking a serious look at the risks truckers face out on the road. Mark Reddig talks with Johanne Couture, a Canadian owner-operator and member of the OOIDA Board who was there.
Are you a leased owner-operator? A California bill could end that business model in the state. Lawmakers are trying to write a state Supreme Court decision on independent contractors into state law. Mark gets an update from Mark Schremmer of Land Line Magazine.
- Read the full story, California bill would codify Dynamex decision.
Segment 3
OOIDA recently warned truckers about some towing rip-offs in Wyoming. But the fight to fix the problem will involve more than just that. Mary McKenna talks with state legislative expert Mike Matousek.
- If you have concerns about a particular towing company call Mike Matousek at 816-229-5791 or email him directly at mike_matousek@ooida.com with any questions.
- To read about legislation in a particular state, visit the OOIDA Legislative page.
Mary and Mark Reddig bring you some important notices from the Land Line Now Community Bulletin Board.
- Read all of our Bulletin Board notices
Segment 4
A little known aspect of legislation – report language – can have a big impact. And in a spending bill now before Congress, underride guards and new truck safety technology are getting attention. Mark Reddig discusses that and more with Jay Grimes of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office.
- Read more about the spending bill and what’s in it:
- It’s never too late to share your views with lawmakers. You can do that at FightingForTruckers.com.
- To call members of Congress, dial 202-224-3121.
- Read OOIDA’s Guide to Contacting Lawmakers.
