OOIDA's Press Releases http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/index.shtml OOIDA Press Releases Fri, 01 Apr 2011 12:35:24 GMT Small-business truckers thank lawmakers for saying no to longer and heavier trucks http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2012/020212.shtml Small-business truckers spoke out and were heard loud and clear regarding a provision in the proposed highway bill that would have increased truck size and weight limits. Thu, 22 Dec 2011 9:35:24 GMT Truckers oppose longer and heavier trucks provision in highway bill http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2012/020112.shtml Thu, 22 Dec 2011 9:35:24 GMT Truckers say final hours-of-service regulations won't improve highway safety http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/122211.shtml Thu, 22 Dec 2011 9:35:24 GMT Truckers for Troops raises thousands for care packages http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/122011.shtml The fifth annual Truckers for Troops campaign succeeded in passing last year's amount in dollars raised with $73,560 going to care packages for military personnel stationed in combat areas overseas. Tue, 20 Dec 2011 9:35:24 GMT Truckers tell Congress proposed hours-of-service regulations unjustified, burdensome http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/113011.shtml The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) told Congress today that proposed changes to hours-of-service regulations are not only unnecessary but also unjustified and burdensome to small-business truckers. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 9:35:24 GMT Truckers for Troops program seeks cards and letters for care packages http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/111611.shtml While socks and snacks top the list of most troops' care packages, cards and letters from home are what make them truly special. Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:35:24 GMT U.S. small-business truckers concerned as first trucks roll across Mexico border http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/102111.shtml The first motor carrier crossed the border from Mexico today. Fri, 21 Oct 2011 14:35:24 GMT U.S. truckers, lawmakers stand in bipartisan opposition to cross-border trucking with Mexico http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/101911.shtml Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) stood at the Mexico border alongside Republican and Democratic lawmakers. Wed, 19 Oct 2011 14:35:24 GMT Court directs Minnesota State Patrol to stop violating truckers' rights http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/092211.shtml Copies of the decision ordered posted throughout the state Thu, 22 Sep 2011 14:35:24 GMT Truckers support extending highway funding http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/083111.shtml Reauthorization should prioritize limited funds for roads and bridges Wed, 31 Aug 2011 14:35:24 GMT Truckers triumph. EOBRs are O-U-T. http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/082911.shtml Court rules driver harassment argument enough to vacate rulemaking Mon, 29 Aug 2011 14:35:24 GMT EPA's GHG rule ignores impact on small-business trucking companies http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/080911.shtml Tue, 09 Aug 2011 14:35:24 GMT U.S. truckers commend congressmen for leadership in stopping border opening http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/070611-02.shtml Wed, 06 Jul 2011 14:35:24 GMT U.S. truckers shocked by agreement with Mexico http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/070611.shtml U.S. jobs and tax dollars in jeopardy Wed, 06 Jul 2011 14:35:24 GMT New bill would put an end to bad brokers in the trucking industry http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/062411.shtml Legislation would tighten regulation and close loopholes Fri, 24 Jun 2011 14:35:24 GMT Kansas City Press Club recognizes work created by OOIDA media http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/061311.shtml Awards handed out at Annual Heart of America banquet Mon, 13 Jun 2011 14:35:24 GMT Trucking Groups Call on NHTSA to Examine Truck Crashworthiness Standards http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/060911.shtml Thu, 09 Jun 2011 14:35:24 GMT Truckers' association goes on federal record opposing Mexico cross-border program http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/051911.shtml Thu, 19 May 2011 14:35:24 GMT Truckers welcome reintroduction of Jason's Law http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/051111.shtml Bill addresses truck parking shortage for long-haul drivers Wed, 11 May 2011 14:35:24 GMT OOIDA issues fuel cost principals to address high diesel prices http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/050511.shtml Thu, 05 May 2011 14:35:24 GMT Another favorable ruling for OOIDA in C.R. England lawsuit http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/041411-2.shtml Class action update Thu, 14 Apr 2011 14:35:24 GMT OOIDA Trucking Business Webinar Series Continues http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/041411.shtml Options available to purchase previously broadcast sessions Thu, 14 Apr 2011 14:35:24 GMT Truckers: Opening border to Mexico is irresponsible http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/040811.shtml Specifics posted on program giving Mexican trucks access to all U.S. highways Fri, 08 Apr 2011 14:35:24 GMT Truckers cheer passage of 1099 repeal http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/040511-2.shtml Tue, 05 Apr 2011 14:35:24 GMT Truckers commend Congressman Paul Tonko for continued efforts for safe truck parking http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/040511.shtml Tue, 05 Apr 2011 12:35:24 GMT Truckers say EOBR bill will not make highways safer http://www.ooida.com/MediaCenter/Press_Releases/2011/040111.shtml Technology can't detect a tired trucker Fri, 01 Apr 2011 12:35:24 GMT