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The State of Administration

With the close of the latest Supreme Court session, STC has observed an interesting reevaluation of the role of the "administrative state." The SCOTUS decision in West Virginia vs. EPA...
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The Road to Recovery

The Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act of 1999, defined FMCSA's purpose as reducing the number and severity of large truck involved crashes. That year, FMCSA budget was $175 million and...
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Case in Point

One of the most transformational events in our nation's history was the building of the interstate highway system. That epic undertaking required strong federal leadership from the top and a...
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Did You Know?

Did You Know? The Trucking Industry Is A Family Affair

73% of younger drivers are introduced to trucking by an adult relative in their parents' generation, according to new research published by the American Transportation Research Institute, suggesting that the...
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Did You Know? Hours of Service Violations Have Reached The Highest Level Since ELD Mandate

Nationally, 9.2% of all violations written on roadside are for breaking hours of service rules, the highest percentage since the ELD Mandate. In Colorado, it's a whopping 30.5%, according to...
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Did You Know? Net Motor Carrier Authority Revocations Are Reaching Record Highs

Total net revocations of motor carrier authorities have been at record levels in the past two months, with 6,300 being recorded in June following a month that saw 9,300 revocations....
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In the News

STC In The News: ATA’s LEAB Shared Vision and Goals with CVSA

CVSA’s mission is to improve commercial motor vehicle safety.  ATA’s Law Enforcement Advisory Board has several shared priorities with CVSA and stands ready to work with them  to strengthen the...
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STC In The News: Operation Safe Driver

The American Trucking Association’s Law Enforcement Advisory Board is encouraging fleets to participate in the annual CVSA Operation Safety Driver week (July 10-16).  There will be an increased law enforcement...
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STC In The News: Podcast hosted Whip Around on Wheel Ends and Brakes

In this two-part podcast hosted by Whip Around, trucking industry veteran Jim Park and STC’s Steve Keppler talk with Tim Boyle about "wheel ends" following this year's focus during the...
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