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Payment of the federal heavy vehicle use tax, reported on the Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax (IRS Form 2290), is due Aug. 31. The IRS has asked us to spread the word that it will be giving a webinar on preparing and filing 2290s on Aug. 15 and 16, 2017, at 2 p.m. ET both…

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CT DOT) has revised their policy regarding the movement of over-dimensioned loads as it pertains to inclement weather. MTAC worked with CT DOT during the crafting of the new policy. The changes will provide clarity as to when moves can or cannot be made during inclement weather, in order to…

From Sept. 12-14, MTAC members will travel to Washington, DC for “Call on Washington.” This event is open to all interested members. Come spend time discussing important industry issues with our Congressional delegation. The members of Congress and their senior staff members need to hear directly from constituents as they work to craft policy. Below…

Goodyear has set up special program for MTAC members. When purchasing Goodyear tires through any authorized Goodyear tire dealer, MTAC members who reference our national account number will receive discounted pricing on tires used for on-highway applications, off-highway, construction, and more. The program includes Goodyear as well as Dunlop products. Update (Aug. 3, 2017) –…

From Transport Topics. A meeting to gather input on ways to improve the Compliance, Safety, Accountability performance scoring program for carriers will be scheduled this year, the country’s top trucking regulator told House lawmakers on July 18. With nearly four months to finalize a corrective plan for the CSA program, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety…

From Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance: Law enforcement agencies throughout North America will engage in heightened traffic safety enforcement and educational outreach as part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) Operation Safe Driver Week, Oct. 15-21, 2017. Throughout the week, enforcement personnel will identify and issue warnings and/or citations to commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers…

Be prepared when the FMCSA investigators come knocking at your door! This course is designed as an overview of the regulations that affect your operation and compliance with Federal and State regulations. We will review the basics of DOT regulations, hours of service, vehicle maintenance, driver files, and controlled substance/alcohol testing and related subjects. Your…

From Transport Topics. As they approach the legislative calendar’s halfway point, Republicans have been unable to carve a path forward for President Donald Trump’s multi-year infrastructure funding plan, despite their control of the U.S. House and Senate. Trump had promised to deliver an infrastructure measure to Congress during his first 100 days in office. Instead,…

From National Tank Truck Carriers. On July 6, 2017, the Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) published a notice in the Federal Register preempting New York City’s hazardous material truck permit and inspection programs as well as the fees related to those inspections and permits. Unless New York City files a petition for reconsideration…

From the Hartford Courant: The elimination of some federal aid for transit funding means Connecticut will be spending more on highways and less on trains and buses, according to a draft of a transportation department four-year plan. The plan also shows the state Department of Transportation intends to start several big-ticket highway and bridge projects…