On July 1, a new law came into force in New Mexico restricting the movement of trucks in the left lane. The law requires trucks to remain in the right lane on any highway with two or more lanes. The exception is overtaking other vehicles. Violators face a fine of $250 for the first two […]
Read moreThe US has issued notice of a planned rule requiring automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems on heavy duty trucks. Rulemaking was proposed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) of the US Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Administration (FMCSA). As of June 22, rulemaking will require AEB systems on vehicles […]
Read moreLawmakers have reintroduced rulemaking that requires shippers and consignees to allow truck drivers to use their toilets. On June 6, Rep. Troy E. Nels and Chrissy Holahan introduced the Law to Give Truck Drivers Access to Toilets. The bill was originally introduced in December 2022 but has not progressed further. The bill was approved by […]
Read moreOn Tuesday, the House of Representatives voted to remove tough emission rules for commercial trucks, but the decision is expected to be reversed. The vote in the House of Representatives took place on Tuesday, May 23, after the Senate voted a month ago to repeal this rule. The rule will now be sent to President […]
Read moreOn May 10, Florida lawmakers signed a law regarding the legal conditions of representatives in the trucking industry. What does this mean for truck drivers? The law makes the use of the E-Verify system mandatory for any company with 25 or more people, and imposes mandatory sanctions on those who take illegal foreigners. In addition, […]
Read moreArkansas plans to install automatic cameras to monitor speeding in highway construction areas. On April 11, State Governor Sarah Huckabee signed into law Bill 707, which amended the state’s rules regarding the use of automatic traffic safety cameras. Previously, the Arkansas Code allowed the use of traffic safety cameras in school districts and at railroad […]
Read morePatrol in the southeastern city of Hobbs, NM, is warning truck drivers about a new parking ordinance. Hobbs previously approved a new ordinance banning heavy trucks/trailers from parking on public roads for “safety” reasons. For the first 30 days after this order goes into effect, Hobbs Police Department Police Officers, Code Enforcement Officers, and Police […]
Read moreCalifornia lawmakers have put forward a bill that would ban the operation of heavy trucks without a person in the cab. Last week, AB 316 passed through the Communications and Transportation Committee of the California Assembly with bipartisan support and is on its way to the Assembly Appropriations Committee. AB 316 was introduced to the […]
Read moreThe Colorado Air Quality Commission has introduced two rules to encourage the transportation industry to switch to zero-emission trucks. The Commission adopted two rules: the Advanced Clean Trucks rule and the Low NOx Truck rule. The Advanced Clean Trucks rule sets the sales standard for manufacturers to make more zero-emission trucks in Colorado, according to […]
Read moreRecord snowfall and delayed snowmelt have greatly increased the chance of flooding in North Dakota. National Weather Service forecasts indicate the possibility of significant flooding in the Missouri, James, Sheyenne and Red River basins. As such, the state has declared a state of emergency through June 30 to “prevent injury, alleviate hardship, implement appropriate response […]
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