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Jimmy Mac wades into the swamps of Washington DC with OOIDA's governmental team to make sense of the ongoing events in the nation's capitol. It's the information inside the bills, the players that help shape them, and what the listener can do to make themselves part of the process.
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Join Jimmy Mac for the latest from Washington Trucking Week with Collin Long, Director of Government Affairs at the Owner Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA). They discuss FMCSA’s recent crackdown on non-compliant training schools, the 30-day compliance window, and the potential impact on professionalism and safety in the trucking industry. Collin also shares insight into US DOT actions affecting Minnesota’s non-domiciled CDL program and how these moves could shape the industry’s future. Stay informed on key regulatory changes and what drivers need to know.Learn more about OOIDA: https://www.ooida.com/Facebook: / ooida Twitter: / ooida YouTube: / truckersooida Instagram: / ooida_truckers Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!
Jimmy Mac covers the latest trucking news from Capitol Hill during Washington Trucking Week with Bryce Mongeon, Director of Legislative Affairs for the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA).Bryce explains the recent ICE arrest of an illegal-immigrant trucker from Uzbekistan who allegedly had terror ties and used a non-domiciled commercial driver’s license. He also discusses developments on legislation related to English language proficiency requirements for commercial drivers and what these changes could mean for safety and compliance in the industry.Learn more about OOIDA and their advocacy work at https://www.ooida.com/Facebook: / ooida Twitter: / ooida YouTube: / truckersooida Instagram: / ooida_truckers Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!
On this edition of Washington Trucking Week, host Jimmy Mac talks with Collin Long, Director of Government Affairs for the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA).They discuss the recent developments surrounding non-domiciled CDLs and what the pause on the Trump Administration’s Interim Final Rule means for drivers and carriers. Collin explains where things stand in Washington, what legislative and regulatory actions are next, and how OOIDA continues to push for fair, safe, and practical CDL standards for all professional drivers.Stay up to date with OOIDA’s advocacy and resources at https://www.ooida.com/Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!
On this episode of Washington Trucking Week with host Jimmy Mac, we’re joined by Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA). Lewie dives into the latest headlines from the Hill — including the U.S. Department of Transportation’s crackdown on CDL mills and recent coverage challenging the long-debated “driver shortage” myth.OOIDA has long advocated for restoring training standards and professionalism in trucking, and Lewie shares the association’s reaction to DOT’s new measures and what they mean for both truckers and highway safety.As OOIDA President Todd Spencer puts it:“Secretary Duffy and FMCSA Administrator Barrs are right to crack down on CDL mills and the trucking companies that rely on unqualified drivers. Years of misguided ‘driver shortage’ policies have flooded America’s roadways with poorly trained newcomers operating 80,000-pound trucks and innocent motorists are paying the price. Trucking is a skilled profession, not cheap labor. We applaud the Trump Administration’s commitment to restoring standards in trucking that will not only save lives, but help improve professionalism in our industry.”Learn more about OOIDA’s work and policy updates at:Website: https://www.ooida.com/YouTube: / truckersooida Facebook: / ooida X (Twitter): / ooida Instagram: / ooida_truckers Read more on this week's topic:https://landline.media/english-profic...Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!
On this week’s edition of Washington Trucking Week on Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Jay Grimes, Director of Federal Affairs for the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), for a deep dive into the latest trucking news coming out of Washington, D.C.Jay shares OOIDA’s perspective on non-domiciled CDLs following the recent deadly crash in California, and the organization’s letter to Congress addressing safety and oversight concerns. He also provides a clear rundown of the new English language proficiency legislation and what it could mean for professional drivers across the country.Stay informed, stay empowered — it’s Washington Trucking Week on Road Gang Radio.Learn more about OOIDA and follow their advocacy work:Website: https://www.ooida.com/YouTube: / truckersooida Facebook: / ooida X (Twitter): / ooida Instagram: / ooida_truckers Read more on this week's topic:https://landline.media/english-profic...Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!
In this week’s edition of Washington Trucking Week on Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac sits down with Collin Long, Director of Government Affairs for the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), to discuss the latest developments from Capitol Hill that affect America’s truckers.Topics include:Non-Domiciled CDL Integrity Act (H.R. 5688) introduced by Rep. David Rouzer (R-NC), aimed at addressing integrity and oversight in CDL issuance.SAFE Trucker Act (H.R. 5800) introduced by Rep. Jeff Harrigan (R-NC), focused on English language proficiency requirements for commercial drivers.Tune in for expert insight on how these bills could impact drivers, safety, and the trucking industry at large — straight from OOIDA’s voice in Washington.Learn more about OOIDA and their advocacy for professional truckers:Website: https://www.ooida.com/YouTube: / truckersooida Facebook: / ooida X (Twitter): / ooida Instagram: / ooida_truckers Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!
This week on Road Gang Radio, Jimmy Mac talks with Bryce Mongeon, Director of Legislative Affairs at the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), for the latest news from the hill during Washington Trucking Week.Discussion topics include:Rep. Rouzer’s Non-Domiciled CDL Integrity Act (H.R. 5688) — what this bill could mean for truck drivers and the industry.Senator Lummis’ Connor’s Law (S. 2991) — legislation aimed at enhancing safety and integrity on the roads.Stay informed about the laws and regulations that affect over-the-road drivers and carriers, straight from the experts at OOIDA.Learn more: https://www.ooida.com/OOIDA is a national trade association representing the interests of professional drivers and small-business truckers. Their mission is to advocate for independent drivers on Capitol Hill and protect the rights of owner-operators across the United States.Bryce Mongeon, Director of Legislative Affairs, leads OOIDA’s efforts in Congress and is deeply involved in advancing legislation that supports safety, integrity, and the livelihoods of truck drivers.Follow OOIDA Online:Website: https://www.ooida.com/YouTube: / truckersooida Facebook: / ooida X (Twitter): / ooida Instagram: / ooida_truckers Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!
It’s Washington Trucking Week on Road Gang Radio with host Jimmy Mac, bringing you the latest updates straight from Capitol Hill.This week, Collin Long, Director of Government Affairs at the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), joins the show to break down two major developments from Washington that every trucker needs to know about:The confirmation of Derek Barrs as the new FMCSA Administrator, and what his leadership could mean for independent drivers and small carriers.The introduction of Electronic Logging Device (ELD) certification at the U.S. Department of Transportation, and how it could impact compliance, enforcement, and the trucking community at large.Collin offers OOIDA’s take on these changes, what to expect next from regulators, and how drivers can make their voices heard in the ongoing push for fair and practical federal oversight.If you care about the future of trucking policy, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.Learn more about OOIDA:Website: https://www.ooida.com/YouTube: / truckersooida Facebook: / ooida X (Twitter): / ooida Instagram: / ooida_truckers Host: Jimmy MacGuest: Collin Long, Director of Government Affairs, OOIDAThanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...
It’s time for another edition of Washington Trucking Week on Nemo Nation Radio with host Jimmy Mac and guest Collin Long, Director of Government Affairs at the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA).This week, we take a look at the latest news from Capitol Hill and what it means for professional drivers:FMCSA to Truck Drivers: “Common Sense is Back on the Table”Land Line reports that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is signaling a more pragmatic approach to regulation — one that actually considers how rules impact drivers day-to-day.DOT Adds Restrictions to Non-Domiciled CDLsThe Department of Transportation has rolled out new restrictions aimed at tightening oversight of non-domiciled CDL holders. What will this mean for safety, enforcement, and the driver pool?Jimmy Mac and Collin Long break it all down, giving drivers the inside track on what’s happening in Washington and why it matters behind the wheel.Learn more about OOIDA and their advocacy for drivers:Website: https://www.ooida.com/Facebook: / ooida Twitter: / ooida YouTube: / truckersooida Instagram: / ooida_truckers Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...
In this edition of Washington Trucking Week on Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac talks with Bryce Mongeon, Director of Legislative Affairs at the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA).Bryce shares the latest updates from Capitol Hill and what truckers need to know, including:A bill to protect drivers from predatory lease-purchase agreementsA preview of the upcoming GBATS (Guilty By Association Truck Show)FMCSA’s involvement in GBATSOOIDA’s Truck to Success program (registration ends October 1)Learn more about OOIDA and their work for professional drivers:Website: https://www.ooida.com/Facebook: / ooida Twitter: / ooida YouTube: / truckersooida Instagram: / ooida_truckers Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...
In this edition of Washington Trucking Week on Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac is joined by Jay Grimes, Director of Federal Affairs for OOIDA (Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association) to break down the latest trucking news from Capitol Hill.Jay was on hand with OOIDA President Todd Spencer at the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Trucker Appreciation Week event in New Jersey, where Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy praised America’s truck drivers as the “backbone of the economy.”Secretary Duffy also announced new initiatives aimed at improving truckers’ quality of life on the road — and Jay Grimes gives us an inside look at what that means for drivers.Topics in this segment:USDOT’s Trucker Appreciation Week event highlightsSecretary Duffy’s remarks on truck drivers’ vital roleNew federal initiatives to support truckers’ quality of lifeOOIDA’s response and advocacy prioritiesLearn more about OOIDA: ooida.comThanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...
On this edition of Washington Trucking Week on Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Jay Grimes, Director of Federal Affairs at the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), for an update on the latest trucking news from Capitol Hill.We cover:Broker transparency – timeline updateTruck parking progress and challengesTruck Driver Appreciation Week – how Congress can show real supportOOIDA’s push on key legislation: Truck Parking, Restroom Access, GOT TruckersUSDOT event in New JerseyOOIDA’s Truck to Success programOOIDA has been standing up for professional drivers since 1973, making sure truckers’ voices are heard where it matters most.Stay connected with OOIDA:Website: https://www.ooida.com/Facebook: / ooida X (Twitter): / ooida YouTube: / truckersooida Instagram: / ooida_truckers Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...
On this edition of Washington Trucking Week, host Jimmy Mac is joined by the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) to dive into the latest news from Capitol Hill impacting America’s truckers.OOIDA Calls on GovernorsOOIDA is urging governors to stop issuing non-domiciled CDLs. Why this matters and how it affects safety and compliance for professional drivers.Truckers’ Highway Bill PrioritiesOOIDA outlines to the Department of Transportation what truckers truly need in the next highway bill. From funding to safety initiatives, OOIDA makes the case for drivers on the road.Follow OOIDA for updates:Website: https://www.ooida.com/Facebook: / ooida Twitter/X: / ooida YouTube: / truckersooida Instagram: / ooida_truckers Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...
On this week’s edition of Washington Trucking Week, host Jimmy Mac is joined by Collin Long, Director of Government Affairs at the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), for an in-depth look at the latest trucking news from Capitol Hill.Topics include:The USDOT and Secretary Sean P. Duffy’s call for states to enforce English proficiency requirements for commercial drivers.OOIDA’s response to recent safety concerns and their strong stance on enforcing language standards.Updates on work visas for truck drivers and the push to stop issuing non-domiciled CDLs.What these policy changes mean for professional drivers across the country.Stay informed, stay safe, and join the conversation about the issues that matter most to truckers.Learn more about OOIDA:Website ➝ https://www.ooida.com/Facebook ➝ / ooida Twitter/X ➝ / ooida YouTube ➝ / truckersooida Instagram ➝ / ooida_truckers Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...
Road Gang Radio with host Jimmy Mac dives into the latest trucking policy news from Washington, D.C. This episode features Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President of OOIDA (Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association), discussing OOIDA’s urgent call for action regarding non-domiciled CDLs.What does this mean for American truckers? Why is OOIDA pushing back? And what should drivers know about how this affects safety and fairness on the road?Tune in for insights, advocacy, and the voice of independent drivers straight from the Hill.Follow OOIDA for updates:Website: https://www.ooida.com/Facebook: / ooida Twitter/X: / ooida YouTube: / truckersooida Instagram: / ooida_truckers Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...
This week on Washington Trucking Week with host Jimmy Mac, we’re joined by Jay Grimes, Director of Federal Affairs at OOIDA, to break down three major developments in trucking policy straight from Capitol Hill and the regulatory front lines.
This special edition of Washington Trucking Week is hosted by Lindsay Lawler and Jimmy Mac, featuring a phone-in conversation with Collin Long, Director of Government Affairs for OOIDA.The big topic? The official appointment of Derek Barrs as the new permanent FMCSA Administrator—a move that could shape the future of federal trucking policy.
Road Gang Radio welcomes Collin Long, Director of Government Affairs at the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), for a deep dive into the latest policy wins and advocacy efforts during Washington Trucking Week.From the official rescinding of the federal speed limiter rulemaking to OOIDA's direct messages to the Senate, this conversation covers the biggest regulatory updates straight from Capitol Hill. Collin also shares insights into Lewie Pugh’s recent visit to Washington and what drivers should know as new policy battles loom.
Live from the Hill, it’s Washington Trucking Week on Road Gang Radio. Host Jimmy Mac sits down with Collin Long, Director of Government Affairs at OOIDA, for a timely update on the biggest issues facing drivers at the federal level. From OOIDA’s support of Sue Lawless Barrs as the next FMCSA Administrator to truck parking taking center stage in multiple congressional hearings, Collin gives listeners a front-row seat to the legislative conversations shaping the future of trucking. Plus, a preview of OOIDA’s Lewie Pugh testifying before the U.S. Senate and why it matters to every trucker on the road.https://www.ooida.com
It’s Washington Trucking Week on Road Gang Radio, and host Jimmy Mac is joined by Collin Long, Director of Government Affairs for the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), for a pulse check on Capitol Hill.From behind-the-scenes conversations to frontline battles for drivers’ rights, Collin brings the latest updates on legislation, regulations, and advocacy efforts shaping the future of trucking. Whether it’s hours of service, speed limiters, or parking access, if it affects drivers, OOIDA is on it — and we’re talking about it.Stay informed. Stay involved. It's Washington Trucking Week.
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