Laws & Regulations
Motorists join truckers in concern over bill expected to protect trucking, insurance companies from liability for accidents
Regular motorists are now speaking out against a proposed bill that would protect trucking and insurance companies from the liability of trucking accidents in...
Army vet admits to providing fake military discharge certificates in CDL scheme
Last week, a Maryland man admitted accepting payment in exchange for fraudulent military documents as part of a commercial driver's license (CDL) scheme. On...
Troopers to hide in plain sight during statewide crackdown called ‘Operation Hardhat’
Starting today, New York State Police (NYSP) will be conducting a statewide enforcement effort to target reckless drivers in work zones.
New COVID-19 isolation rules prompt trucker protest in Canada
New travel restrictions have gone into effect in New Brunswick, Canada in response to COVID 19, and truckers say they could force drivers out...
WATCH: Seasoned driver has one serious piece of advice for drivers looking to “breeze through” Roadcheck
A seasoned trucker and trucking influencer has some important tips for drivers looking to coast through the upcoming CVSA Roadcheck. Youtube channel Smart Trucking posted...
Oklahoma bill signed into law to protect drivers who strike protesters
On Wednesday, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt signed a bill into law that will provide more protection for drivers who unintentionally injure or kill protesters while...
Truckers urge Biden to address dangerous shortage of safe truck parking
On Wednesday, the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) implored the White House to address the truck parking crisis in an upcoming infrastructure package.
Newly signed Florida law cracks down on highway protesters, protects drivers acting in self-defense
On Monday, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed into a law a bill to increase penalties against highway protesters and to strengthen protections for drivers who injure or kill a person participating in a protest on a roadway.
Residents unwilling to proceed with truck parking plan even after officials recognize “we have not adequately provided parking for trucks”
A county in Florida is experiencing some serious unrest as officials look to solve the truck parking deficit in the area. Just a few years...
Bill that could cause minimum insurance requirements for truckers to skyrocket is reintroduced
Legislation that could significantly increase minimum liability insurance requirements for motor carriers has been reintroduced.
Six arrested for trucking Las Vegas casino trash into California in recycling fraud scheme
California authorities have arrested six people in connection with a large-scale beverage container recycling scheme.
White House infrastructure report cards reveal states with the worst roads and bridges
The White House has released reports detailing the infrastructure status of each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, revealing...