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Regulations
Texas governor backs off on some border inspections
After reaching an agreement with a Mexican border state's governor, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has eased state inspections at one Laredo border crossing location. Also: Forward Air opens new support center.
April 15, 2022
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Regulations
New Texas border inspection directive slowing cross-border operations
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, in an effort to increase border security, ordered the Texas DPS to conduct enhanced inspections at border crossings. The result has been increased border crossing wait times and even protests in Mexico, closing one crossing.
April 13, 2022
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Electric vehicles' lack of fuel tax leaves highway funding in limbo
Meaningful action on EV's impact on the Highway Trust Fund is likely several years away.
April 12, 2022
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Regulations
Lawmakers look at attract more truck drivers with tax credit
Proposed legislation, if passed, would give certain truck drivers a $7,500 tax credit for the next two years. Also: Western Star recalls small number of 4900 model tractors; Mack recalls some LR Electric models.
April 12, 2022
Trucks On Highway
Regulations
FMCSA calls on fleets to apply for Truck Leasing Task Force
The 10-member task force will focus on truck lease agreements in the trucking industry. Also: Autonomous tech firm Torc Robotics opens new development center; Florida trucking school expands; Love's offering discounted inspections ahead of Roadcheck.
April 7, 2022
Dealer Trucks
Regulations
Biden nominates Hutcheson to lead FMCSA
FMCSA hasn't had a full time administrator since Ray Martinez, who stepped down from the post in October 2019.
April 6, 2022
FMCSA acting admin Robin Hutcheson
Maintenance
CCJ's updated Air Brake Book now available for download
The 11th edition of CCJ's Air Brake Book, a free industry resource guide, is now available.
April 6, 2022
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Regulations
CVSA petitions FMCSA for 'personal conveyance' time, distance limits
CVSA said inspectors often have a hard time determining at roadside whether truck drivers' use of personal conveyance is actually for personal use. Also: ATRI requests operational cost data from carriers for annual report.
April 6, 2022
Truck Trailer Highway
Regulations
Nearly 80,000 active trucks could be barred from operating in California at year-end
The final phase of CARB's Truck and Bus Regulation takes effect Jan. 1, 2023, banning the use of pre-2010 emissions-spec engines in the state. Due to new and used truck shortages, trucking groups are pressing CARB to extend the compliance deadline.
April 5, 2022
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Regulations
White House touts efforts to improve working conditions for truckers
The Biden Administration provided an update on its Trucking Action Plan Monday. President Biden, DOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg and others talked about what the Administration is doing to bring more people to trucking and improve conditions for truckers.
April 4, 2022
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and President Joe Biden in front of trucks
Workforce
Labor Secretary joins Yellow for new CDL Academy opening
Labor Secretary Marty Walsh joined Yellow, the Teamsters and more to help promote Registered Apprenticeships. Also: Nomination period opens for TCA Safety Professional of the Year award; FMCSA boss gets to 'touch a truck'; TForce Logistics expands.
April 1, 2022
Yellow Truck
Regulations
Fines for regs violations increased | Operation Safe Driver Week dates set
DOT has increased civil penalties for regs violations across multiple agencies, including FMCSA. Also: CVSA sets Operation Safe Driver Week dates with focus on speeding; FedEx testing drone delivery in middle-mile; Werner gets pre-CDL driver waiver.
March 31, 2022
FedEx Express is teaming up with California Bay Area-based Elroy Air, the company building the first end-to-end autonomous vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aerial cargo system.
Regulations
FMCSA's new boss: Movement on Truck Leasing Task Force starting soon
A roundtable with trucking media at MATS last week also touched on issues of compensation and unpaid detention -- don't expect results of studies in those areas soon, however. FMCSA Acting Administrator Hutcheson noted 18 months, at least, to completion.
March 28, 2022
Martha Threatt and Robin Hutcheson
Government affairs
TCA doubles down on advocacy and outreach efforts
TCA's David Heller says new media outreach efforts will yield big gains for its members as the trucking industry faces new challenges, rules and regulations.
March 22, 2022
David Heller
Regulations
Buttigieg addresses TCA meeting in Las Vegas | Highway Angel of the Year named
DOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg emphasized preservation of the business of trucking as a "gateway to the middle class," singling out issues of compensation/conditions for operators. Mississippi-based Chris Lloyd crowned "Highway Angel of the Year."
March 22, 2022
Chris Lloyd
Regulations
Court reinstates Trump-era independent contractor rule
The Biden DOL withdrew the rule after taking office last year, but a court ruled the withdrawal was a violation of the Administrative Procedure Act. Also: Two 3G-reliant ELDs granted extensions for replacement; Michigan extends spring weight restrictions.
March 22, 2022
Truck Trailer Highway
Regulations
FMCSA calls for applicants for Women of Trucking Advisory Board
The new advisory board will help recruit, support and ensure the safety of women in trucking. Also: Amazon opens new Boston fulfillment center; Highway Transport reaches recruiting milestone.
March 21, 2022
Trucks On Highway
Regulations
Biden Signs Legislation That Finally Releases Infrastructure Law Funding
A historic amount of money is coming after five months of Congress passing stop-gap measures to prevent a government shutdown.
March 15, 2022
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