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The dispute over climate information and truckers

The dispute over SEC requirements continues among regulators, companies, and interest groups In 2022, the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) expressed concern to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), requesting flexibility in climate information disclosure by truckers. Recently, the SEC withdrew its proposal for Scope 3 requirements, which would have required companies to track the […]

Understanding the US Department of Labor’s latest classification rule

The US Department of Labor asserts that the aim of the new rule is to preserve workers’ fundamental rights On January 9, 2024, the US Department of Labor announced a new rule amending guidelines to determine employee or independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The new rule took effect today, March […]

Briefs: aggressive driving, speed limits and technology to avoid impaired driving

Utah on legislation to stop aggressive driving, Tennessee increases speed limits and NHTSA plans to implement impaired driving technology Utah: legislation to combat aggressive driving The state of Utah has enacted a new bill aimed at addressing public concern over the aggressiveness of many drivers on state highways. According to data provided by the Utah […]

FMCSA: provisional renewal of the exemption for oversize loads

This exemption states that auto carriers operating stinger-steered transport equipment are not required to place warning flags on oversize loads. Recently, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced the provisional renewal of an exemption granted in 2019. This exemption states that auto carriers operating stinger-steered transport equipment are not required to place warning flags […]

Security or deprivation? State legislations against highway protests

States are adopting measures regarding highway protests. State legislatures are debating legislation regarding highway protests, with at least six states adopting measures to restrain such demonstrations on major roads. Federal legislation also addresses the issue. South Dakota and Tennessee were pioneers in these measures, imposing jail sentences and significant fines for blocking traffic on highways. […]

Truckers in trouble: Oregon sues state over excessive taxes while New Jersey raises minimum insurance

Sue against the state of Oregon over excessive taxes and new Legislation for minimum insurance increase in New Jersey. Legislation for minimum insurance increase in New Jersey On January 16th, the New Jersey State Legislature enacted a law requiring heavy trucks to maintain liability insurance of at least $1.5 million, doubling the current federal minimum […]

Protecting trade: legislation to keep the U.S. border entry ports open

This initiative seeks to safeguard U.S. trade and commerce along the border. On Friday, February 9th, the Law to Keep International Land Ports of Entry Open was introduced, a new bill aimed at preventing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from closing commercial entry ports. This initiative, led by Texas Senator Ted Cruz, seeks to […]

FMCSA proposal for more flexible and efficient CDL testing

Aims to reduce regulatory burdens and mitigate delays in driver licensing that some state agencies experience. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has proposed a rule to enhance the efficiency of tests and flexibility for applicants seeking a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP). Partly based on a petition from the […]

Texas-based JJ Transport files for bankruptcy days before civil trial

The company filed for bankruptcy just four days before a scheduled wrongful death civil trial in El Paso County, Texas. A Texas-based transportation company, J.J. & Sons Logistics, operating as JJ Transport, filed for bankruptcy just four days before a scheduled wrongful death civil trial in El Paso County, Texas. In the filed petition, JJ […]

NHTSA to implement final rule on automatic emergency braking

The rule has generated over 1,000 comments from owners and companies. The final rule to implement automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems in light vehicles, by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), has been submitted for review to the White House Office of Management and Budget. Work is still underway for the heavy-duty vehicle version. […]