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HOURS OF SERVICE: Federal Changes to Short Haul Exemption – Not So Fast

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California “intrastate” operators won’t be able to take advantage of changes Many in the trucking industry have been anticipating the long-awaited changes in hours-of-service rules to take advantage of flexibility options. However, the wait may take a little longer – it’s now up to the federal courts. On Sept. 16th the coalition including the International […]

DOT-FMCSA Preemployment Testing Changed from 30 to 90-days for Drivers Laid-off, Furloughed or Not Working for More than 30-days but Can Prove They Participated in a Drug Testing Program Prior to the Period

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Effective June 5, 2020, and ends September 30, 2020 On June 5, FMCSA released a “Grant of Waiver”, saying, “As employers begin to recall drivers who were furloughed, laid off, or otherwise not working for the company for more than 30 days, the cost and logistical barriers of testing a large influx of drivers in […]