Posts by MTAC Staff
Bond Commission OKs tens of millions during Malloy’s final meeting
In near unanimous support, the state Bond Commission on Tuesday morning greenlit dozens of projects worth tens of millions of dollars, mainly geared toward transportation and economic-development initiatives. The 50-minute special meeting was likely the last chaired by Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, who is nearing the end of his two-term governorship. Gov.-elect Ned Lamont will…
Read MoreAOBRD phaseout under ELD rule could pose challenges for fleets and vendors
From Transport Topics. Nearly all motor carriers subject to the federal electronic logging device mandate have complied with that regulation, but another significant transition remains for fleets still using older e-log systems that predate the ELD rule, industry experts said. The mandate, which went into effect a year ago, requires most long-haul trucking companies to…
Read MoreUnemployment fund running out of money
From NBC Connecticut. If the national economy goes on a downward trend over the next year, Connecticut is not likely to have enough money to cover unemployment benefits for those making existing claims or filing for the first time. The warning came from the Connecticut Department of Labor for the incoming Lamont administration, which will…
Read MoreGuide for drivers on ELD data transfer now available
From FMCSA. To assist the motor carrier industry with adopting ELDs, FMCSA has developed a new resource for drivers. Designed to be printed and stored under the visor of a CMV, this guide gives the driver a high-level overview of the various data transfer processes and includes some tips on troubleshooting common questions that could…
Read MoreLembo confirms $250M state budget surplus
From CT Mirror. State Comptroller Kevin P. Lembo confirmed Monday that a recent surge in projected income tax receipts has left the current budget on pace for closing with roughly a $250 million surplus. In his monthly forecast, the comptroller projected the $19 billion General Fund will close June 30 $245.7 million in the black,…
Read MoreConnecticut DMV message regarding IRP
The following notification was sent by the Connecticut DMV on Nov. 23 to Connecticut International Registration Plan (IRP) carriers. Connecticut International Registration Plan (CT IRP) is implementing a new system to process IRP applications. The anticipated implementation date is mid-December, 2018. If this date is changed, we will notify you immediately. Upcoming Changes for Connecticut IRP…
Read MoreJason’s Law truck parking survey now open
From FreightWaves. The Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is now seeking truck drivers for a survey on truck parking. The survey is an update to the Jason’s Law Truck Parking survey conducted in 2015. This survey was mandated by MAP-21, the last major transportation bill. The site says the survey should only take…
Read MoreFines increased for trucking regulation violations
From Overdrive Online. The U.S. DOT announced Monday it has increased fines across the board for violations of federal trucking regulations. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is required by Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015 to adjust fine amounts each year based on inflation. A Final Rule that published in…
Read MoreFMCSA’S insulin-treated diabetes rule in effect, form available
On November 19, FMCSA’s final rule allowing individuals with properly managed insulin-treated diabetes mellitus (ITDM) to operate commercials motor vehicles went into effect. This rule enables a certified medical examiner to grant an ITDM individual a Medical Examiner’s Certificate, for up to a maximum of 12 months. The treating physician who manages and prescribes insulin…
Read MoreThe Commuter Life: Can anything ease the pain?
On Friday, Nov. 16, MTAC President Joe Sculley was a guest on The Full Story with Ron Ropiak, which is broadcast on WSHU public radio. Ron Ropiak and Joe Sculley discussed transportation funding, including some specifics such as taxes and fees paid by out-of-state trucks, what money is spent on, increasing revenue to the Special…
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