Few chances left to speak out on new EPA emissions plan
The EPA is proposing new nitrogen oxide standards for large trucks. And truckers have a limited time left to speak out on the proposal to the agency.
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The EPA is proposing new nitrogen oxide standards for large trucks. And truckers have a limited time left to speak out on the proposal to the agency. Also, it’s one thing if the regulations allow you to do something. But in some cases, your carrier has a rule that goes beyond the regulations. So what are your options then? And a bill to give truckers access to occupational accident insurance in Colorado is a step away from becoming law. Meanwhile, two states have acted to end ticket quotas.
Catch up on the news with Scott Thompson
OOIDA issues a call to action about proposed emissions changes the Association says are “problematic.” The GOT Truckers Act gets another co-sponsor. And another trucker movie is in the works.
When the carrier and the regs say different things
It’s one thing if the regulations allow you to do something. But in some cases, your carrier has a rule that goes beyond the regulations. So what are your options then?
Occupational accident bill close to becoming law
A bill to give truckers access to occupational accident insurance in Colorado is a step away from becoming law; meanwhile, two states have acted to end ticket quotas.
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- NHTSA is seeking comments from commercial motor carrier drivers about their beliefs and attitudes toward safety technologies. Comments can be submitted here and are due by July 11.
- FMCSA has announced its 2022 Road Safety Art Contest. The art contest is open for grades K-12. The deadline is June 3.
- You can write and post a review of the doctor who performed your DOT physical to be shared with your fellow truckers – or look up other reviews of a doctor – through the OOIDA website.
- The U.S. Department of Transportation and the Department of Labor are asking for applicants to join their Truck Leasing Task Force. Click here to apply before Friday.
- Starting Friday, Marty Ellis and the Spirit of the American Trucker will be at the Crossroads Truck Meet in California, Mo. That’s at U.S. 50 and State route 87. Find upcoming Spirit stops here.
- Read OOIDA’s EPA NOx Emissions Comment Guide
- Submit your comments to EPA here
- You can also send any experiences you’ve had with emissions technology, other feedback, or additional information to EPA@OOIDA.com
- 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.
- Find out how to listen to Land Line Now on TNC Radio.
- You can donate to the Truckers for Troops fund all year.
- 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.