Posts by MTAC Staff
State launches no-interest small business recovery loans
From CBIA. The state is offering short-term, no-interest bridge loans up to $75,000 to small businesses with less than 100 employees impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Connecticut Recovery Bridge Loan Program funding is available immediately through the Department of Economic and Community Development and underwritten by Connecticut Innovations. Funds from the $25 million short-term emergency…
Read MoreTruckers continue to deliver critical supplies during pandemic
From NBC Connecticut. MTAC President Joe Sculley is featured in this report from NBC Connecticut. Click here to view an archived version of the video which aired on March 25, 2020.
Read MoreHow truckers are keeping shelves stocked and packages delivered amid outbreak
From NBC’s Today Show. The nation’s 3 million truck drivers are unsung heroes of the coronavirus, working overtime to keep the critical supply chain moving. NBC’s Sam Brock reports for TODAY from Houston. Click here to see the archived video report.
Read MoreOverweight divisible load permits for transportation of emergency relief supplies
View the update and clarification post on this topic. In response to the public health emergency, the Connecticut Department of Transportation has issued a declaration allowing for divisible load permits for up to 125% of the current legal limit for a given wheel spacing and axle configuration. Such permits are only available for the transportation…
Read MoreTips for the trucking industry to stay healthy and safe
During this public health emergency, the trucking industry is considered “essential” and may continue to operate during Governor Lamont’s “stay at home” Executive Order. While the industry is working, we must do everything possible to protect the health and safety of member employees. Accordingly, MTAC is sharing some practices being used by members to maximize…
Read MoreCommercial trucking is essential business, can continue to operate
Governor Lamont has issued an additional Executive Order, which further clarifies what businesses are “essential,” and therefore exempt from the “stay at home” order. “Commercial trucking” is clearly defined in the latest Executive Order as an essential business. Additionally, construction, including commercial and residential, are considered essential. There are many other kinds of businesses considered…
Read MoreConnecticut Executive Order on essential business
Governor Ned Lamont has issued a “Stay at Home” executive order, mandating that employees of “non-essential” businesses stay home. Importantly, the trucking industry is considered “essential” and is exempt from the executive order. A copy of the Executive Order is now available online. MTAC members may be particularly interested in the following notes regarding specific…
Read MoreConnecticut DMV operational update
The Connecticut DMV has issued a number of updates during the past week regarding their operations, and registration extensions. Emissions test deadline extended 90-days for those expiring between March 10 and June 8, 2020 Vehicle, vessel, temporary registrations expiring between March 10 and June 8, 2020 extended 90-days DMV branch offices to close to the…
Read MoreFMCSA FAQs concerning Emergency Declaration
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has a frequently asked questions (FAQ) section related to their updated Emergency Declaration issued on March 19, 2020. The FAQs and responses to those questions are available online, and also as a downloadable PDF.
Read MoreWorkforce development grant opportunity
MTAC is working with Capital Workforce Partners on opportunities for members to apply for workforce development grants. The National Dislocated Workers Program is a $5.8 million state-wide initiative that offers training and job placement support for dislocated workers in several fields, including transportation and logistics. The dislocated workers grant helps employers find highly qualified talent,…
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