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??Oregon DOT requests CDL exemption regarding proof of citizenship The Oregon Department of Transportation has applied for a limited exemption from federal CDL rules regarding acceptable proof of citizenship or lawful permanent residency. In a notice scheduled to publish in the Federal Register on Tuesday, June 11, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced that the Oregon DOT requested an exemption for citizens of Freely Associated States who now reside in the state and wish to obtain a CDL.

??Truck Drivers: 5 Ways to Eat Healthier on the Road One of the biggest challenges of being a commercial truck driver is eating healthy. It can be very difficult to stick with a reasonable diet when you are out on the road. Pre-packaged snacks are convenient to munch on while you drive. Sugary, caffeinated drinks can give you a boost of energy, but it only lasts so long and all that sugar certainly isn’t good for your health. And of course, fast food is a staple in the roadside diet of many truckers. We don’t really have to tell you how unhealthy it is to eat that stuff every day. Yet, many truckers rely on unhealthy snacks and meals because they are much more convenient and affordable. As a truck driver, you are usually on your own to figure out when, what and where to eat. If you want to eat a healthier diet, you need to make smarter choices. Here are a few healthy eating tips for today’s truckers to consider.

??Resurfacing projects will cause travel delays on I-95 in Maryland Expect delays if you're traveling Interstate 95 in Maryland for the rest of this month and into early July. The following ramps will be affected: ??I-95 southbound to the Baltimore-Washington Parkway westbound ??I-95 southbound to Baltimore-Washington Parkway eastbound ??I-95 northbound to Baltimore-Washington Parkway westbound ??Baltimore-Washington Parkway westbound to I-95 northbound ??Baltimore-Washington Parkway eastbound to I-95 southbound ??Baltimore-Washington Parkway westbound to I-95 southbound ??MD 193 (Greenbelt Road) ramp to I-95/I-495

??Staying cool on the road is imperative as extreme heat bakes Southwestern US For truck drivers and others who must travel the highways during these extreme heatwaves, following are some tips to help stay safe. ??Hydrate??Wear sunscreen??Stay cool and protected??Wear lightweight clothing??Take breaks??Eat healthy??Caring for your truck??Check brakes????Be diligent about routine maintenance??Keep tires properly inflated??Be aware of traffic conditions ??Watch driving speeds

??‘Secure Your Load Day’ observed nationally this week ‘National Secure Your Load Day’ falls on Thursday of this week and aims to educate motorists on the importance of a properly secured load.

??New York trucking group sues to stop Manhattan congestion fee The Trucking Association of New York has filed a federal lawsuit against the Metropolitan Transportation Authority in hopes of halting the congestion fee for those driving into Manhattan.

??Tennessee enacts law aimed at predatory towing of trucks The American Trucking Associations commended Tennessee on enacting comprehensive reforms to crack down on predatory towers that target heavy-duty trucks.?The bill was signed into law by Gov. Bill Lee after passing the Tennessee Senate unanimously and the House overwhelmingly without a single dissenting vote.

??Speed, red-light camera rule revisions approved, pursued in 12 states Rule revisions for speed and red-light ticket cameras are a continuing topic at statehouses from California to New York. Speed cameras used to ticket drivers who disobey traffic rules are used in more than 230 communities across the nation, the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety reports. There are about 340 communities that employ red-light cameras.

??Speed, red-light camera rule revisions approved, pursued in 12 states Rule revisions for speed and red-light ticket cameras are a continuing topic at statehouses from California to New York. Speed cameras used to ticket drivers who disobey traffic rules are used in more than 230 communities across the nation, the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety reports. There are about 340 communities that employ red-light cameras.