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A COVID-19 Update from Questco – How to Manage PPP Loan Proceeds
For those of you who have recently received funds through the SBA-sponsored Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), you may be asking yourself, “Now what?” As many companies manage through these economically challenging times, Questco has shared a few things to consider over the next few weeks. For valuable information and insight […]
Read MoreHelpful Information Regarding SBA Disaster Relief Programs
SBA is offering small businesses across the country disaster assistance in response to COVID-19. All small businesses, sole proprietorships, and independent contractor should take advantage of the programs that are available. There are two avenues, in particular, we are encouraging small business leaders seeking relief to pursue, both of which […]
Read MoreUCR Fee Reductions Finalized for 2019 and Beyond
FMCSA has issued a final rule reducing the annual Unified Carrier Registration fees to be collected in 2019 and thereafter from carriers, brokers, freight forwarders, and leasing companies. For the 2019 registration year, the fees will be reduced below the 2017 registration fee level that was in effect by 18.62 […]
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Knight-Swift wins limited exemption from MVR update requirement
FMCSA has granted Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings, Inc.’s application for a limited exemption from regulations requiring carriers to obtain motor vehicle records (MVRs) of CDL drivers whenever drivers’ MVRs are updated by a new medical examination. Knight-Swift sought the exemption only when a newly hired driver undergoes a medical examination. Knight-Swift asked that in these cases it be permitted to satisfy this requirement by obtaining other proof of the results of the medical examination. For the Federal Register notice, visit www.federalregister.gov/d/2020-24472.
It is with tremendous sorrow we must inform you that Billie Sullivan of Roanoke Trade passed away unexpectedly early Tuesday morning from heart complications. Fortunately, her loving son and daughter-in-law were by her side. Billie had two children, three grandchildren and a fourth grandchild on the way.
Billie was Vice President of Underwriting and had worked for Roanoke Trade for forty years. Her forte was the Transportation Advantage Policy (some remember it was once called the ‘Anduril’ program). She worked in Roanoke’s Long Beach office partnering closely with Gina Patterson for decades. Billie and Gina supported all of the Roanoke offices with dedicated Transportation Advantage service and underwriting and did so with passion.
Billie’s deep understanding of the forwarding industry allowed her to both protect her clients and enable them to flourish. In fact, Billie was the first woman to set foot in Lloyd’s of London to conduct transportation insurance business. Back then, faxing was the optimal mode of communication, so underwriters never saw or heard her. They just knew that this “Billie” person was a great broker.
When the Lloyd’s underwriter finally met her for the first time in London, he said, “You’re Billie?!? Good gracious, we always thought you were a man!”
Billie loved that story, just as much as she loved sharing her knowledge of the business with anyone wanting to learn. So many of us are blessed to be just some of the people she taught, helped and supported in their careers.
Billie served as the Vice President of the Air & Expedited Motor Carriers Association (AEMCA). Billie was a passionate member of the AEMCA Board for over 16 years and a key part of the Planning Committee for the AirCargo Conference.
If you ever forgot to dot an 'i' or cross a 't', she was there to fix it. If you were ever a first-timer attending an association event or conference, all you had to do was stick by Billie’s side and you’d know everyone before the end of the night.
Without a doubt, there is and always will be a ‘Billie Fan Club’ among the clients and friends she helped over the years. Their fierce loyalty to her was the proof.
Billie was a shining example for all of us in this complicated industry and a reminder that a person who cares about, lifts and supports others will reap the benefits of loyalty and meaningful relationships in return.
Our hearts and prayers are with Billie’s family, friends and colleagues. We will personally cherish the many fond memories and remember her always.
FMCSA rejects ELD, HOS relief for drivers traveling with pets
FMCSA has denied an application by the Small Business Transportation Coalition (SBTC) to exempt drivers who travel with domestic animals – i.e., pets – from electronic logging devices (ELDs) and to provide hours-of-service relief. Specifically, SBTC had asked that such drivers be allowed to extend their driving window to 16 hours from the current 14 hours and to drive a total of 13 hours during the period. SBTC citied the ELD relief Congress provided to haulers of livestock and the hours of service relief that has been requested by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association.
FMCSA rejected the application on both procedural and substantive grounds. It said the application did not meet regulatory standards because SBTC failed to identify any carriers or individuals who would use the exemption or the number of drivers or commercial vehicles that would be involved. Also, SBTC proposed no countermeasures to ensure an equivalent or greater level of safety than would be achieved under compliance with the current rules, the agency said. For the Federal Register notice announcing FMCSA’s denial, visit www.federalregister.gov/d/2020-22890
AEMCA Thanks Valued Member Try Hours, Inc
We have specialized in the movement of time-sensitive and emergency freight since 1989, providing ground expedited service to the industrial manufacturing sector to and from all points East of the Mississippi.
Try Hours is a family owned and operated transportation company specializing in ground expedited premium service. Consistent annual growth for the past 20+ years ensures that we will be here to service your premium transportation needs well into the future.
Try Hours dispatchers utilize the latest transportation software to match your shipment with the proper vehicle, from cargo-vans up to tractor trailers. We guarantee pick-up in 90 minutes and delivery within 15 minutes of the quoted schedule.
The Try Hours professional staff is here to serve you 24/7. tryhours.com/
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FMCSA has granted Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings, Inc.’s application for a limited exemption from regulations requiring carriers to obtain MVRs of CDL drivers whenever drivers’ MVRs are updated by a new medical examination. For the notice visit https://t.co/niQjpdlMiB
FMCSA has denied an application by SBTC to exempt drivers who travel with domestic animals from ELDs & to provide HoS relief. SBTC asked that drivers extend their driving window to 16 hrs & drive a total of 13 hrs during the period. FMCSA’s denial visit https://t.co/fGrzznW5X7
AEMCA Thanks Valued Member Try Hours
We specialize in the movement of time-sensitive & emergency freight, providing ground expedited service to the industrial manufacturing sector to & from all points East of the Mississippi. We are here to serve you 24/7 https://t.co/OLD467Udhi
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