LLN (11/16/18) – Paperwork in the electronic age. We’ll explore yet another way truckers are being pushed in that direction. Also, Jon Osburn gets questions about drug testing, diabetes, truck parking and more. And the OOIDA Board of Directors discusses the top industry issues and how to tackle them.
Segment 1
Newscast
Segment 2
Every year, truckers have to renew certain permits, credentials and other documents. And for those of us who are not good at paperwork, it can be a real burden. Mark Reddig finds out what you need to know about paperwork in the electronic age. from Tara Murdock and Crystal Minardi of OOIDA’s Permits and Licensing Department.
- Find out more on all the forms and other helpful information to get your paperwork in order.
- See what else OOIDA’s Business Services Department offers here.
- Or you can call Business Services at 816-229-5791.
Segment 3
Jon Osburn’s recent run of truck stops brought him some questions, confusion and concerns about drug testing, diabetes, truck parking and more. Mark Reddig talks with the man who drives the Spirit of the American Trucker.
- See Jon’s full schedule, “The Spirit” Schedule.
- See related coverage from Land Line Magazine: Catch The Spirit in Oklahoma City, and maybe check out the cowboy museum.
Segment 4
The OOIDA Board of Directors is in town for their fall meeting this week. Terry Scruton takes a look at some of the issues they’ve been talking about with Board Member Monte Wiederhold.
- 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.
- See related coverage from Land Line Magazine: FMCSA chief Ray Martinez, OOIDA leaders work together to address trucking’s top issues.
