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TMTA Joining Forces With Industry Groups

The Texas Motor Transportation Assn. is joining forces with two other industry groups in the state to increase its power and reach.

December 8, 1998

Oregon Committe Drafts Smoke Tesing Recommendation

An advisory committee of industry representatives has developed a recommendation for proposed smoke testing regulations.

December 8, 1998
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Management Outlook 1999

here is the economic slowdown so many analysts say is inevitable? Are today’s conditions and events setting the trends that will mark the next 12 months? What may trucking expect from the coming year? Here’s what four industry leaders predict

December 7, 1998
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Teamsters Tally Expected Soon

The federal government’s Teamsters union election overseer said final results of the itterly contested national runoff could be announced as soon as Dec. 7.

December 7, 1998
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OSHA Unveils Hazard Rule For Employers

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, in what it called one of the most important regulatory initiatives it has ever undertaken, will ask employers to institute a broad program to identify and prevent workplace hazards.

December 7, 1998
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Recount Sought in Nevada Race

Rep. John Ensign (R-Nev.) last week formally requested a recount of the closest U.S. Senate race in the nation, in which he lost to incumbent Democrat Harry Reid by 401 votes.

December 7, 1998
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Sen Reid Named Minority Whip

The Senate began its post-election reorganization last week, choosing party leaders and assigning lawmakers to committees.

December 7, 1998
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DOD Orders New Mileage Guide

The Department of Defense is replacing its old method of calculating mileage for transporters with a new computerized system that it says will provide distance information instantly while eliminating paperwork.

December 7, 1998
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Oregon Frets About Truck Safety

One in 10 truck drivers tested positive for drugs or alcohol during a recent roadside safety check in southern Oregon, and 26% of the trucks had to be put out of service, according to state officials.

December 7, 1998
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Summit Cancellation Attracts Inspector General’s Attention

The Dept. of Transportation’s inspector general said he will review the abrupt cancellation of the 1998 National Truck and Bus Safety Summit.

December 7, 1998