Land Line Now, Sept. 29, 2020.
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If you’ve noticed law enforcement is writing a few more tickets right now – you’re right. Two legal experts explain what’s behind that.
I. Today’s news with Terry Scruton
OOIDA releases videos to help truckers with the new hours of service; diesel prices continue to drop; and a three-legged bear walks into a garage – it’s today’s news in trucking.
II. Tickets – yes, there are more of them
You might notice that law enforcement is giving you a little less leeway out on the road right now. Well, if you did notice more tickets, you’re not wrong. We’ll hear from two legal experts who predicted the trend and who are seeing it play out.
III. Alabama raises fuel tax
Alabama is raising its fuel tax, while a Montana county has created one.
IV. Presidential debate preview
Tonight is the first of this year’s presidential debates. We’ll offer a preview of what the candidates are likely to cover and the part transportation will – or won’t – play.
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Links, email addresses, phone numbers and more information
- OOIDA has an online resource to provide access to information needed to operate in the current coronavirus pandemic. Click on the COVID-19 menu at the top of the page on the Land Line Media website.
- 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.
- OOIDA releases videos to help with HOS changes:
- Time’s almost up to nominate a TravelCenters of America Citizen Driver. You can find more information and make a nomination online. The deadline for nominees is tomorrow, Sept. 30.
- Show organizers have announced that the Great American Trucking Show in Dallas will not be happening in person next year. You can find the latest updates and information regarding the show online.
- Jon Osburn and the Spirit of the American Trucker are at the TA truck stop in Clayton, Ind., located at Exit 59 off Interstate 70. You can find upcoming Spirit stops here. Jon has free face masks as well as pneumonia and shingles vaccine vouchers.
- Find out more about CDL Legal on their website. You can also call them at 913-738-4836.
- OOIDA web conferencing Truck to Success course is scheduled for Oct. 26-28.
- 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.
