Lawmakers Brief Freight Leaders
WASHINGTON — In a reversal of roles, freight transportation executives and officials went to Capitol Hill to hear testimony from senators, representatives, executive branch officials and staff aides on policy for their industry.
July 21, 2014Lawmakers to Unveil $8.2 Billion Bill That Deepens Ports Ahead of Panama Canal Expansion
House and Senate transportation leaders said they would unveil an $8.2 billion water policy bill that would approve the deepening of U.S. ports to accommodate larger ships traveling through an expanded Panama Canal next year.
Driving Ban for Alcoholism Violates Law, Judge Rules
A federal judge ruled that Old Dominion Freight Line’s policy of never allowing a truck driver back behind the wheel after treatment for alcoholism is a violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
July 8, 2013Lower Your CSA Scores and Save on Insurance Rates
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