Land Line Now, Oct. 29, 2021.
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Truckers are talking about what’s wrong with the supply chain, and what needs to be fixed. And a federal official is working to unclog it.
I. Today’s news with Scott Thompson
New measures to address the supply chain crisis in Southern California are announced. The U.S. DOT launches a new program to address a spike in traffic deaths. And OOIDA wraps up its annual Truck to Success seminar.
II. Roses and Razzberries
From an organization that’s preserved the history of trucking for 50 years to a delay in responding to a shortage of a critical truck part, we’ll tell you who in recent news has been good and who’s been bad with some Roses and Razzberries.
III. Truckers talk supply chain problems
Truckers are talking with Marty Ellis about what’s wrong with the supply chain, as well as the kinds of things that need to be fixed. We’ll hear from the man who drives the Spirit of the American Trucker.
IV. Retiring from Congress and unclogging the supply chain
More and more members of Congress are choosing to retire – or to not run for office again. And that presents some opportunities; meanwhile, a federal official is working on the latest efforts to unclog the supply chain.
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- The Oregon DOT is looking into possibly adding tolling to Interstate 205 in the Portland area. You can find more information and submit comments on the project here.
- MATS organizers are asking truckers to submit a story about a trucking professional you would like to recognize as “Trucking Strong.” Get all the details on the MATS website. The deadline for submissions is Nov. 1.
- Starting Sunday, Marty Ellis and the Spirit of the American Trucker will be at the TA Express in Summit, S.D. That’s at Exit 207 off Interstate 29. Find upcoming Spirit stops here.
- If you want to submit a Rose or Razzberry for our consideration, you can send them here, or visit us on Facebook.
- Be sure to check out the new Fighting for Truckers website. And remember, it’s never too late to contact your lawmakers. You can do that via the website or by calling 202-224-3121.
- OOIDA has an online resource to provide access to information needed to operate in the coronavirus pandemic. Click on the COVID-19 menu at the top of the page on the Land Line Media website.
