Background checks threaten driver pool
Estimates of losses in the hazmat driver workforce can vary from two percent to 20 percent as a result of new regulations for driver fingerprinting and other background checks, according to information presented at the National Tank truck Carriers (NTTC) annual Conference and Tank Truck Equipment Show. But the situation indicates that whatever the final result, the hazmat driver pool will suffer.... EPA grants target truck idling reduction
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced $5 million in grants will be available to states, non-profit organizations, and academic institutions... Harvison conveys industry concerns on PHMSA transportation definition
A FINAL rule published April 15 regarding the definition of hazardous materials transportation in commerce has serious problems for the trucking industry,... PHMSA transportation definition criticized
A final rule published April 15 regarding the definition of hazardous materials transportation in commerce has serious problems for the trucking industry, says Cliff Harvison, National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC). ... FMCSA seeks approval for carrier study
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) plans to ask the Office of Management and Budget for approval of data FMCSA has collected on certain elements in a larger, multi-year study of the safety and financial performance of the motor carrier industry.... DOT officially creates 2 new agencies
The official creation of two new agencies at the Department of Transportation (DOT) has been announced by Transportation Secretary Norman Mineta. ... Harvison welcomes White House HOS proposal
Cliff Harvison, president of National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC), said February 19 he approves a move by the Bush Administration to ask for hours-of-service (HOS) legislation to convert present rules into statutory law. ... NPRA urges transportation fuel supply boost
The National Petrochemical & Refiners Association (NPRA) is urging Congress to enact comprehensive energy legislation that incorporates necessary provisions to increase supplies of transportation fuels.... DOT takes issue with DC hazmat proposal
A prohibition of hazardous materials shipments through a portion of Washington DC, as adopted recently by the District of Columbia Council, may violate provisions in the Constitution, according to information from the Department of Transportation (DOT). ... FMCSA to conduct additional HOS analysis
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has been required to conduct an additional economical analysis regarding hours-of-service (HOS) rules as it re-examines the 2003 regulation, according to information published in the Federal Register February 4, 2005. ...
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