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NUMBERS PROMISING FOR NTA ASSOCIATION HEALTHCARE PLAN
NEBRASKA - As NTA collects surveys for the NTA Association Healthcare Plan, results are promising. More than 70 percent of respondents said they are interested in the plan. Forty percent said they currently have no coverage. The survey continues. If you haven't already, please take just a few minutes to complete a survey so we can move forward! The greater the numbers, the better for members!
A special message from NTA president Kent Grisham...
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HOURS OF SERVICE POLICY PROPOSAL COULD COME JUNE 7
NATIONAL- FMCSA Chief Ray Martinez, who was confirmed to his post in February 2018, has appeared at many industry events, including ATA’s Management Conference & Exhibition and the National Truck Driving Championships. “Administrator Martinez is on the team,” Dave Osiecki said. “He understands the administration’s philosophy on trying to reduce burdens on industry and if this is an area of rules that can be made more flexible without compromising safety, I think that’s one of the approaches this administration wants to take.”
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CHINA TARIFFS
NATIONAL- The United States hiked tariffs on more than $200 billion in goods from China on May 10 in the most dramatic step yet of President Donald Trump’s push to extract trade concessions.. READ MORE
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UPCOMING EVENTS
- NTA Spring Conference & Golf - Iron Horse Golf Club, Ashland, May 16 REGISTER
- Nebraska State Truck Driving Championships - May 31-June 1,Grand Island Fonner Park REGISTER
- Reasonable Suspicion Training, June 19, NTA office 1701 K St, Lincoln, email baude@nebtrucking.com
- NTA SuperTech Competition - July 18, 8 a.m. check-in; Central Community College, Hastings. Registration opens June 1!
- 15th Annual ATHS Iowa-Nebraska Classic Truck Show - August 3; Sapp Bros Travel Center, 9905 Sapp Bros. Dr., Omaha. For info, call Jerry Wessel 402-580-8069.
- ATA National Truck Driving Championships - August 14-17, Pittsburgh Learn more
- National Truck Driver Appreciation Week - September 8-14
- NTA Fall Convention & Awards - Sept. 25-27; Holthus Convention Center, York REGISTER
PARTNER EVENTS
- Nebraska Safety Council Workplace Training Schedule. Learn more
- National Safety Council Nebraska Training Schedule. Learn more
- Enhanced Driving Skills for Teens Event - April 13, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.;1801 N Railroad St., Kearney REGISTER
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WERNER CEO DEREK LEATHERS DISCUSSES MEXICO AGREEMENT
NEBRASKA - “The one thing that is loud and clear in Mexico is we need this agreement in place and need to get this put to bed,” said Derek Leathers, CEO of Werner Enterprises. For Werner Enterprises, one-third of its one-way truckload revenue comes from its cross-border traffic with Mexico. READ MORE
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ATRI SURVEY LOOKING FOR OPERATIONAL COSTS
NEBRASKA - ATRI’s annual Operational Costs of Trucking is now in its 11th year of collecting cost information derived directly from fleet operations and is among its most requested research reports. ATRI’s annual analysis provides carriers with a critical benchmarking tool and government agencies utilize ATRI’s real-world data analysis to make better-informed transportation infrastructure investment decisions. Among the for-hire fleet metrics being requested by ATRI are driver pay, fuel costs, insurance premiums and lease or purchase payments. Carriers are asked to provide full-year 2018 cost per mile and/or cost per hour data. READ MORE
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I-29 OPEN BUT HIGHLY RESTRICTED
NEBRASKA - Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) has learned from its partner, the Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT), they have restored limited mobility on I-29. However, Iowa Highway 2 will only open to eastbound traffic from I-29 and allow for traveler services. Nebraska Highway 2 remains closed (photo courtesy Iowa DOT). READ MORE
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THIS THURSDAY! SPRING CONFERENCE AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
NEBRASKA - The annual NTA Board of Directors Meeting and Spring Conference will take place this Thursday, May 16 at Iron Horse Golf Club, 900 Clubhouse Dr., Ashland, Kyle Schneweis, NDOT director will address attendees, who will get a delicious lunch before hitting the links to benefit the NTA Political Action Committee. Forecast calls for warm, partly cloudy day, 10% chance of rain. Perfect day for golf!
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TRUCK CENTER OPEN HOUSE TOMORROW!
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BEST IN THE MIDWEST TRUCK DRIVING CHAMPIONSHIPS MAY 31
NEBRASKA - The premier competition for best truck drivers in Nebraska is the Nebraska Truck Driving Championships May 31-June 1 in Grand Island where the best drivers in the land take over Fonner Park to strut their stuff. If you have questions about sponsorship opportunities contact Heath, Lucas or Raul. We appreciate your support in making the 2019 Truck Driving Championship a success!
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EMERGENCY FEDERAL FUNDING FOR FLOOD STUCK IN CONGRESS
NEBRASKA- Gov. Pete Ricketts was one of 10 governors who signed a letter to Trump and congressional leaders earlier this month urging prompt action on a bill that will bill will contain funding assistance for communities damaged by hurricanes, wildfires, tornadoes and flooding."It is incumbent upon our national leadership to finalize a robust, timely and fair package of assistance," they wrote. READ MORE
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NEBRASKA TRUCKING FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS NOW OPEN
NEBRASKA - The NTA Foundation officially opened applications for the 2019 Scholarships to benefit CDL and/or diesel technology students. Scholarships will be awarded to the best candidates by the foundation board of directors. Applicants must be enrolled at Central Community College, Metropolitan Community College, Northeast Community College and Southeast Community College.
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LIQUID TRUCKING PULLS WATER TO POOL
NEBRASKA - Liquid Trucking is helping the city of Plattsmouth fill its pool at Twin Rivers Water Park. The park's season was in doubt as severe flooding in March damaged the Plattsmouth water treatment and wastewater facilities, forcing the city to impose restrictions: no lawn watering, no washing vehicles in driveways or filling private pools. READ MORE
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HaHa 1
Q: What do you call a trucker that doesn't drive anymore?
A: Semi-Retired
: )
Chuckle 2
A big rig carrying Vick's Vaporub overturned on the Interstate 80 outside of the L St Exit. Amazingly, there was no congestion for 8 hours straight!
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DIESEL
PRICE
AVERAGE:
diesel fuel change since last week
Nebraska $2.974 (+0.007)
National $3.160 (-0.011)
Rocky Mountain $3.181 (-0.005)
Midwest $3.046 (+0.005)
All time Neb. high $4.771 (July 15, 2008)
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NTA DRIVER OF THE MONTH & YEAR
Nominations are being accepted for the Driver of the Month. This honor is awarded to professional drivers displaying a high degree of professionalism, safety and courtesy while performing their jobs. The driver is featured in our magazine, Nebraska Trucker. The Driver of the Year is selected from among the 12 Drivers of the Month annually. Please complete the form.
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WILL YOU CLEAR THE BRIDGE?
Clearances collisions with bridges and overpasses can cause serious damage and injury. You should always measure the height of your load, especially if you are hauling material that sticks out of the top of a dump trailer or truck or any type of equipment. Special permits are required if your load is over 13' 6' high.
REASONABLE SUSPICION TRAINING JUNE 19
NEBRASKA - The NTA is again offering Reasonable Suspicion Training June 19 at the NTA office at 1701 K Street, LIncoln, Neb. Barb Aude, is certified to offer the training which fulfills DOT requirements. Register by emailing baude@nebtrucking.com
MORE ON THE REQUIREMENT FROM THE DOT
ON-SITE COMPLIANCE DISCUSSION FOR NTA MEMBERS
Many companies invite me to come and visit their employees to discuss all the piles of paperwork needed to run a trucking operation. NTA offers on-site training to help you navigate and take inventory of your company's DOT requirements, inspections and more. After proudly serving the Nebraska State Patrol for years, I thoroughly enjoy visiting your team and making sure all the i's are dotted. I'm here to serve! baude@nebtrucking.com
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