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SPECIAL REPORT: Congressman not impressed with ATA speed limiter dream
The chairman of the U.S. House Subcommittee on Highways and Transit said this week that he is not in favor of slowing trucks down through electronic limiters or a national speed limit.

OOIDA: 'Greenwashing' speed limiters, heavier trucks is dangerous
OOIDA says the arguments made before Congress recently by the ATA recently in favor of larger truck and trailer combinations and government mandated speed limiters are "irresponsible and ridiculous."

Stimulus package: What's in it for truckers?
Truckers are not specifically mentioned in the proposed federal stimulus package, but they are in line to benefit from the job creation and economic relief contained within.

California pollution control board supports 'truck weight reform'
An air quality district in California is in support of heavier truckloads in order to cut emissions, a position that OOIDA says is ineffective.

Idaho governor details transportation funding legislation
Funding for highways and bridges in Idaho would get a shot in the arm under a plan unveiled by Gov. C.L. "Butch" Otter. It includes higher fuel taxes and vehicle registration fees, as well as a review of the state's truck registration fees.

Safety or econonics? Indiana bill wants red-light camera pilot
A bill in the Indiana Senate would allow towns in the state to place cameras at intersections to catch red-light runners. The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association questions the motives behind the effort

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