With California now having the green light to implement AB5, owner-operators are understandably on edge. The law is likely to lead to a snowball effect in the industry – and one of those effects is likely going to hit the supply chain. Dean Croke of DAT has been thinking about the possible implications of AB5 in that light – and joins the show to share what he found out.
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With California now having the green light to implement AB5, owner-operators are understandably on edge. The law is likely to lead to a snowball effect in the industry – and one of those effects is likely going to hit the supply chain. Also, what is the definition of the word “broker”? It seems a pretty simple question, but it’s spurred the FMCSA to ask for input from the public. OOIDA says it’s entirely the wrong question to ask. And a New Jersey bill would prevent the state from sharing drivers’ information with other states that use red light and speed enforcement cameras. Meanwhile, Michigan may authorize speed enforcement cameras in work zones.
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As the protests against AB5 continue in California, OOIDA pens a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom asking for answers. A new study suggests that gas tax holidays aren’t as effective as advertised. And Class 8 truck sales are on an upward swing.
OOIDA: Broker definition not the problem
What is the definition of the word broker? It seems a pretty simple question, but it’s spurred the FMCSA to ask for input from the public. However, OOIDA says it’s entirely the wrong question to ask.
Enforcement cameras on the agenda in two states
A New Jersey bill would prevent the state from sharing drivers’ information with other states that use red light and speed enforcement cameras. Meanwhile, Michigan’s state lawmakers may authorize using speed enforcement cameras in highway work zones.
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