OOIDA talks truck parking, bathroom bill in D.C.

December 29, 2022

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The work done in Washington, D.C., is vital in the fight for trucker’s rights. OOIDA’s executive vice president talks about his recent trip to Capitol Hill, including what issues were discussed and what he thinks the new year holds for truck parking, the bathroom bill and other issues.


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The work done in Washington is vital in the fight for trucker’s rights. OOIDA’s executive vice president talks about his recent trip to Capitol Hill, including what issues were discussed and what he thinks the new year holds for truck parking, the bathroom bill and other issues. Also, what happened to the latest attempt to get hair testing officially recognized in some way? FMCSA issues decisions on several requests for exemptions from the entry-level driver training rule. And our review of the biggest stories of 2022 continues – only this time we’re taking a look at some of our favorite features stories of the year that was.


Catch up on the news with Scott Thompson

The U.S. DOT gets a funding boost heading into the new year. A new recall is in effect for hundreds of Paccar trucks. And a new survey looks at which states you really don’t want to get caught speeding in.


Hair testing attempt falls short

What happened to the latest attempt to get hair testing officially recognized in some way? FMCSA issues decisions on several requests for exemptions from the entry-level driver training rule.


Favorite feature stories of 2022

Our review of the biggest stories of 2022 continues – only this time we’re taking a look at some of our favorite features stories of the year that was.


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  • Starting Jan. 6, Marty Ellis and OOIDA’s tour truck, the Spirit of the American Trucker, will be at the Oklahoma City East TA. That’s at Exit 142 on Interstate 40. Stop in, say hi to Marty, and join OOIDA at a $10 discount. Find upcoming Spirit stops here.
  • Remember, it’s never too late to contact your lawmakers. You can do that via the Fighting for Truckers website or by calling 202-224-3121.
  • You can donate to the Truckers for Troops fund all year.
  • Find out how to listen to Land Line Now on TNC Radio.
  • Goodyear is accepting nominations for its annual Highway Hero award. Nominations are due by Dec. 31. You can nominate a trucker for the award using form here.