Tag: Regulation

Texas Bill Would Increase Overweight Fines, Suspend CDLs

A bill introduced by Texas Representative Allan Fletcher, member of the Texas House Transportation Committee, would impose hefty fines and CDL suspensions for overweight violations.

Proposed PA Fuel Tax Hike May Cost Trucking Companies 300K Yearly

The proposed fuel taxes are some of the newest Go To plans for states to fund infrastructure shortfalls on the backs of trucking companies, which they say cause the most stress and damage to highways and bridges.

Owner/Operator Tax Tips

Are you up to spec about some tax code changes that happened recently if you're an owner/operator?

Michigan Proposes 18 Cent Diesel Fuel Tax

In another move to hurt the bottom line of small trucking companies, Michigan Governor Rick Snyder this week announced plans to boost the cost...

Road Dog Network Creates Petition to Change HOS Law

If you could help change the HOS provisions in the new Fair Labor Standards Act by signing a petition, would you do it?

Opinions: Baby Your Drivers, Don’t Treat Them Like Children

Truck drivers are regulated on the road enough. Why not treat them as adults like they ask? It could solve a few industry problems.

California Trucking Group Fights CARB Emission Standards

A trucking group vows to continue to fight the California Air Resources Board and their 2010 emissions standards in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. They have an uphill battle, however.

Wisconsin Rep Added to Highways and Transit Subcommittee

A Wisconsin Republican is now a key player in the 2013 Surface Transportation Bill.

Short Film: Life of an American Truck Driver

A son tries to portray an honest take on his father's chosen profession - being a truck driver. Do you feel the same?

Feds Suggest Mileage Fees for Trucks to Fund Highways

Citing a 12 year old study, the Fed says trucks pay less in taxes than the cost of the damage they inflict. Read what else is in store.

ATA Seeking Opinions on 34 Hour Restart Ruling

Don't like the 34 Hour Restart Rule put into effect this year? Take an online opinion survey to tell the ATA why.

Illinois Cell Phone Ban for Truck Drivers in Effect

The bill that Illinois lawmakers ratified in March 2012 is now in full effect. What do you need to know?

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