LLN (7/11/19) Many issues printed in the Federal Register are awaiting comment. Truckers must speak out on under-21, entry level driver training proposals. Jay Grimes of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C. office explains why your comments are needed now. We’ve got information on Ohio considering a mandate for centerline rumble strips. And, why Pennsylvania is moving forward with legislation for snow and ice removal. Also, there’s the latest information from this week’s industry calendar. And a preview on what to expect from the FMCSA’s new medical handbook.
0:00-9:57 – Newscast
9:57-24:42 – Truckers must speak out on under-21, entry level driver training proposals
24:42-39:4 – Ohio considers center rumble strip, while Pennsylvania moves forward with snow and ice removal legislation. And, information from our industry calendar
39:40-49:33 – A preview on possible revisions to FMCSA’s medical handbook
Segment 1
- An invasive insect called the Spotted Lanternfly is causing havoc for agriculture in the northeastern U.S. A quarantine has been established, and truckers could face fines for not following required procedures. We’ll have links to a number of resources on our website.
- For information, you can call OOIDA’s Business Services Department at 816-229-5791.
- You can also find information at OOIDA’s Online Education website.
- Take the required course – Spotted Lanternfly Permit Training for Business – through the PennState Extension.
- If you have questions about the permitting process, email the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture at slfpermit@pa.gov.
- If you are outside of the quarantine area, report any sightings to the Pennsylvania State University Extension at https://extension.psu.edu/have-you-seen-a-spotted-lanternfly or call 888-4-BADFLY (888-422-3359).
- Jon Osburn and OOIDA’s tour truck, the Spirit of the American Trucker, are at the Walcott Truckers Jamboree. That takes place at the Iowa 80 Truck Stop. Stop in, say hi to Jon and Sassi, and join OOIDA for a $10 discount. See the full Spirit Schedule.
Segment 2
The FMCSA has been busily publishing items in the Federal Register on everything from Entry Level Driver Training exemptions to the under-21 pilot program. Naturally, OOIDA has a lot to say and Terry Scruton gets the latest from Jay Grimes of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office.
- You can read the related story from Land Line Magazine: FMCSA seeks comments on expanded pilot program for under-21 nonmilitary drivers
- View OOIDA’s complete guide to Regulatory Issues.
- If you have questions you would like answered you can call our Listener Comment Line at 800-324-6856.
Segment 3
A renewed effort at the Pennsylvania statehouse to address concerns about snow and ice removal from atop cars and trucks has taken the first step toward passage. Also, an effort on the move in the Ohio House would mandate centerline rumble strips on certain roadways. Mary McKenna gets the details from Land Line Magazine’s Keith Goble.
- Read more from Land Line Magazine, Pennsylvania takes first step to adopt snow, ice removal mandate.
- You can also read, Ohio House bill would mandate centerline rumble strips.
- To read about legislation in a particular state, visit the OOIDA Legislative page.
Segment 4
Possible revisions to the FMCSA Medical Handbook are on the agenda for the Medical Review Board meetings scheduled for next week. Mary McKenna gets a preview from OOIDA’s Jay Grimes.
- 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.
