COVID-19 hangs over rising rates
Land Line Now, June 24, 2020.
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Freight and rates continue to climb ahead of the Fourth of July, but the question of rising COVID-19 cases hangs over the post-holiday future.
I. Today’s news with Terry Scruton
Truck tonnage takes a hit in May; trucks continue to dominate cross-border freight; and does anyone have Jerry Springer’s number? It’s today’s news in trucking.
II. 2290, UCR deadlines coming up
For owner-operators, every year is a series of paperwork and filing deadlines, most of which are necessary to continue to operate. And two of those deadlines are coming up.
III. Freight, rates up, but COVID-19 casts a shadow
Freight and rates continue to climb ahead of the Fourth of July, but the question of rising COVID-19 cases hangs over the post-holiday future.
IV. To send a stimulus check, or not to send
The president and some others in government like the idea of sending Americans another stimulus check. But others, including many Republicans, aren’t sure. We’ll discuss where everyone stands and what it could mean to you.
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Links, email addresses, phone numbers and more information
- OOIDA has set up an online resource to provide direct access to information needed to operate in the current coronavirus pandemic. Click on the COVID-19 – Facts for Truckers logo on the OOIDA or Land Line Media websites.
- 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.
- Mack Trucks has launched a new promotion to say thank you to truck drivers and benefit the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund.
- OOIDA urges truckers to oppose highway bill
- Starting July 7, Jon Osburn and the Spirit of the American Trucker, will be at the Steen Gronlund Petro in Laramie, Wyo. That’s at Exit 310 on Interstate 80. Find the upcoming Spirit stops here.
- You can find out more on OOIDA’s Permits and Licensing assistance here.
- Get more information about the freight market.
- 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.