Government
Transport Topics government and regulatory coverage keeps managers of a highly-regulated industry aware of the policy decisions that can shape their businesses. Covering both the legislative and regulatory aspects of policy-making, at both the state and national levels, the news in this category includes looks at infrastructure, hours of service, emissions rules, funding measures, leadership appointments, and more. Readers can follow what’s happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.
Commenters Question Sleep Apnea Plan
Although welcomed by medical professionals and nonprofit safety groups, the prospects of regulatory guidance for truck driver diagnosis and treatment of obstructive sleep apnea continues to raise concerns in the trucking industry.
FMCSA Plans 2-Year Test to Permit Removal of Some No-Fault Crashes From CSA Scores
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration outlined plans for a two-year program allowing certain nonpreventable crashes to be removed from motor carriers’ public and private safety profiles.
Campaign for Teamsters President Begins
The stage is set for the fall Teamsters union election, with incumbent James Hoffa campaigning for a five-year term and insurgent Fred Zuckerman, current president of a Kentucky local, seeking to unseat Hoffa after three terms.
Drivers Win $5 Million in Settlement With Trucking Companies
A group of trucking companies in Southern California will pay $5 million to settle a class-action lawsuit brought by drivers who alleged that they were improperly treated as independent contractors, according to a court filing July 14.
Senate Confirms Blair Anderson for DOT Post
The Senate on July 14 confirmed Blair Anderson to be undersecretary for policy at the Department of Transportation.
July 15, 2016Commercial Vehicle Inspectors to Conduct Brake Checks Sept. 11-17
Commercial vehicle inspectors will be out in force beginning Sept. 11 to conduct brake system inspections on large trucks and buses throughout North America.
Behind the Wheel of a Self-Driving Truck
Being one of the few CDL holders with an autonomous endorsement to drive a truck with “self-driving” capabilities is a dubious claim to fame. But there it is. And why, if the truck drives itself, is there a need for a credential?
Fleets Cite Safety Gains, Reduced Claims Costs With Onboard Cameras
PHILADELPHIA — Several fleet safety executives said their investments in technologies such as collision mitigation systems and onboard video have significantly reduced crashes and claims costs at their companies.
Senate Confirms Scott Darling as FMCSA Administrator
Before adjourning for seven weeks, the Senate on July 14 confirmed Scott Darling to lead the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
Consumer Sentiment Drops High Earners Shaken by Brexit
Consumer confidence in the United States dropped in July as U.K.’s vote to leave the European Union flustered high-income earners.