Challenge to Idaho Tax Heads to Court This Week
Truckers hope to knock away a few of the pillars supporting Idaho’s weight-distance tax with a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the levy before a state judge in Boise.
Voters Approve Road Projects in Colo., N.J., Maine
Sixty-two percent of Colorado voters approved a state plan to go $2.3 billion in debt to accelerate highway improvements on key roads, including Interstate 25.
Suit Tests Idaho's Weight-Distance Tax
Truckers hope to knock away a few of the pillars supporting Idaho’s weight-distance tax with a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the levy before a state judge in Boise today.
Canada Inches Closer to Hours Reform
Canada moved one step closer to drafting new regulations that reduce the number of hours truckers may work as two key committees approved a proposed plan made public last month.
Freightliner Envisions Safer Industry
Freightliner has unveiled a bevy of safety- and productivity-enhancing technology that the Oregon-based manufacturer plans to make available by the end of next year.
Lawyers Warn of Class-Action Suits
Several lawyers involved in trucking warned MC&E attendees that the industry may be the target of personal injury lawyers looking to file a large class-action lawsuit.
Trucking Vows to Battle N.J. Road Ban, N.M. Taxes
Trucking’s legal advocacy group voted to fight back against New Jersey’s truck ban and taxes in New Mexico with legal challenges.
Washington Vehicle Tax Killed
Washington voters last week scrapped the state’s motor vehicle excise tax and replaced it with a $30 annual fee.
Oregon Voters Approve ‘Fair Share’ Amendment
Oregon voters amended the state’s constitution to call for cars and trucks to pay their fair share of highway costs.
Vote Postponed on Driver Championship Participation
The expected showdown over who will be allowed to participate in the National Truck Driving Championships was postponed until further input from state trucking associations can be gathered.