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Feds Enact Coercion Rule Protecting Truck Drivers Feds Enact Coercion Rule Protecting...

The federal government enacted a new coercion rule protecting truck drivers from being coerced into violating federal safety regulations. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration entered the “Prohibiting Coercion of Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers” rule into the Federal Register Nov. 30. Its effective date is Jan. 29, 2016. Following complaints by truck drivers, the rule…

Senate, House Approve Bill Extending Highway Funding 3 Weeks Senate, House Approve Bill Extendin...

The Senate and the House voted last week to keep the Highway Trust Fund rolling until Nov. 20. President Obama signed the legislation late last week, which ensures states continue to receive federal reimbursements for highway and mass transit projects, according to news sources. iGlobal LLC monitors news and trends concerning the trucking and transportation…