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| September 2008 |
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News in this issue:
Oregon again requires weight receipts in trucks
Entry Policy for Tax and Registration Credentials
Oregon sees a decline in truck crashes in 2007
Roadcheck 2008 puts spotlight on truck safety
Trucking Online adds Direct Payment service
Oregon Plate and Credentials Renewal -- 2009
IRS requires some to e-file HVUT returns
Oregon DMV transforms license and ID issuance
Oregon DOT to truckers: Be ready, be buckled
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major State Routes
Biggs Bridge set to close for Winter 08/09
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Lesser Routes
Oregon Trusted Carrier Partner program marks 10 years
Questions? E-mail Motor Carrier News Editor James Brock
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| June 2008 |
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News in this issue:
More drivers fail to safely pass emergency vehicles
Weigh station cameras catch bypassers in the act
Green Light sends its 10-millionth good-to-go signal
GatePass = added benefit for Green Light users
Work zones spread throughout Oregon this Summer
Safety campaign targets aggressive driving
Surveys check satisfaction with staff & service
Truck Safety Inspection Statistics -- 2007
Whistleblower law protects employees from retaliation
Guide to requesting fuel tax refunds
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major State Routes
Biggs Bridge set to reopen for the Summer
3 Steps to paying Unified Carrier Registration fees
UCR form and instructions -- Year 2008
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| March 2008 |
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News in this issue:
UCRA takes shape sooner this year
Legislators adjust over-dimension permit violations
Oregon sets record for truck and driver inspections
DMV offers alerts when driving record changes
Winter storms test maintenance crews and truckers
Tax credits available for clean-burning engines
Environmental non-profit adds new outreach centers
Don't want to pay fuel tax at the pump in Oregon? Read page 7.
Cameras to soon check weigh station bypassers
Action Plan seeks to curb truck-at-fault crashes
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major State Routes
Biggs Bridge to reopen before Memorial Day
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| December 2007 |
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News in this issue:
Oregon puts drivers on notice about logbook checks
Christmas 2007 and News Year's 2008 Holiday Closures
Out-of-state carriers must renew Oregon Weight Receipt
Q&A -- Credentials grace period
Companies often fail to follow driver-related regs
Driver application must contain key details
Unified Carrier Registration -- Q & A
Hay haulers earn commodity-specific load securement rules
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major State Routes in Oregon
First Biggs Bridge closure begins January 2
Travel Info by Phone -- 511
More info by mobile device
Oregon chain law
Fuel tax credits require good documentation
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| September 2007 |
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News in this issue:
Trucking Online offers remedy for renewal headaches
New interstate requirements may be in place soon, Oregon cancels base state UCRA plans
Oregon Plate / Credentials Renewal -- 2008
2007 Legislative Wrap-Up
Oregon adjusts laws governing interstate operators
Lawmakers approve UCRA participation
State exemptions given extra clarity
Citation may apply to weight violation
Permit violation fine increases
Implements may be hauled or towed
Bill requires mirrors or driver caution
Seat belt exemption removed from law
Trucks allowed up to 400 pounds for weight of Auxiliary Power Units
Taxpayers gain time to seek credits for clean diesel engines
CDL laws undergo additional changes
DMV takes medical waiver program
Motor Carrier Division to start issuing farm plates
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes in Oregon
Washington DOT delays Biggs Bridge work
Weight-Restricted Oregon Bridges on Lesser Routes
IRS offers alternative to manual HVUT pay process
Hiring a driver with a CDL? Go back three years when contacting prior employers.
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| June 2007 |
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News in this issue:
New interstate requirements may be in place by late-year
UCRA Proposed Fee Structure -- 2007
It's UCRA and SSRS reinstatement in "race" to finish in 2007
OregonTruckingOnline.com Menu of Services
Online weight-mile tax reporting catches on
Compliance reviews find problems meeting testing requirements
DMV form helps with driver checks
US97 Biggs Rapids Bridge work forces 180-day closure
Seattle I-5 project requires lane and ramp closures
Mexican demonstration project raises concern
FMCSA demonstration project requirements
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes in Oregon
Weight-Restricted Oregon Bridges on Lesser Routes
Truck crashes and at-fault crashes continue to increase
Oregon Truck Crash Statistics for 2006
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| March 2007 |
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News in this issue:
New interstate requirements may be in place by mid-2007
Oregon legislators consider participation in UCR, other changes to state law
Customer service drives Oregon participation in UCRA
Trucking Online to play key role in UCRA
Several variables factor into new UCRA fees
Tax credits available for clean-burning engines
Flat fee or mileage choice limited to once a year
Coburg center guides truckers to fuel savings
FHWA final rule clarifies APU weight exception
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes in Oregon
Weight-Restricted Oregon Bridges on Lesser Routes
Truck Safety Inspection Statistics - 2006
Motorists still need lessons regarding safe-distance law
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| December 2006 |
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News in this issue:
Interstate operators face new registration requirements
Christmas 2006 and New Year's 2007 Holiday Closures
Out-of-state carriers must renew Oregon Weight Receipt
Q&A -- Credentials grace period
Change in insurance requirements poses risks
Unified Carrier Registration -- Questions & Answers
Basic Requirements for Interstate Operators
Restrictions change for wide loads moving during holiday periods
MCTD staff engages in New Carrier Entrant safety audits
NTSB warns about adjusting air brake slack adjusters
IRS plans alternative to manual HVUT pay process
Oregon chain law
Travel Info by Phone -- 511
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes in Oregon
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| September 2006 |
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News in this issue:
Record numbers should complete renewal online this year
Trucking Online soon to add IFTA features
Woodburn sites get fiber optic link for Green Light preclearance systems
Green Light preclears 7-millionth truck
Hours-of-service rules change for intrastate operators
FMCSA revises cargo load securement rules
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes in Oregon
Weight-Restricted Oregon Bridges on Lesser Routes
Weight table revisions include enhanced Table 4
About Weight Tables
Permit Weight Table 4
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| June 2006 |
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News in this issue:
Surveys find vast majority satisfied with staff & service
Message from Administrator Gregg Dal Ponte
Construction activity dominates in Region 2
Signal interference cripples Green Light's busiest weigh station
Trucks allowed up to 400 lbs. for Auxiliary Power Units
Tax credits available for clean-burning diesel engines
Companies go online to check inspection reports
Motor Carrier Inspection Requirements Summary
Move of mainframe forces two service outages in June
Whistleblower law protects drivers who report violations
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes
Bridge work on OR58 requires lane closure
MCTD asks its customers: "How are we doing?"
MCTD scores high in key aspects of customer service
FMCSA releases long-awaited truck crash causation study
Oregon Truck Crash Statistics -- 2005
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| March 2006 |
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News in this issue:
Surveys will gauge satisfaction with staff & service
Supreme Court upholds flat fee payment option
Work group searches for IRP / IFTA efficiencies
Oregon Call Center Stats -- 2005
DMV combines forms to help with driver background checks
DMV Form 7291 - Request for Motor Carrier Required Driving Records
Weigh-in-motion system lets truckers avoid 1,382,512 stops in 2005
Green Light transponder application
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Lesser Routes
Truck Safety Inspection Statistics -- 2005
OSP issue more citations for violating safe-distance law
Fines increase with change in county assessment
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| December 2005 |
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News in this issue:
Call management system improves customer service
Trucking Online gets simpler address, runs hot with renewal activity
Q&A -- Credentials grace period
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes
Work continues on OR6
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Lesser Routes
Green Light passes another milestone
Carriers mistakenly pay fuels tax and weight-mile tax
Rulemaking clarifies chain law
Oregon Chain Law -- Minimum Required
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| September 2005 |
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News in this issue:
Registration & credentials renewal all possible online
2005 Legislative Session -- Wrap-Up
Truck drivers face disqualification for traffic offenses in cars
New hours-of-service regulations take effect October 1
Hours-of-service regs include short-haul provisions
Hours-of-service -- Questions & Answers
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes
Heads Up! Projects restrict travel on OR6
Rulemaking clarifies chain law
IFTA temporary permits available
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| June 2005 |
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News in this issue:
Bend weigh station adds Green Light weigh-in-motion
Motor Carrier Division turns to new phone system to handle Service Center callers
Trucking Online tops 6,000 users, adds IRP services
Green Light transponders get second life
Mobility Center tracks all road, bridge projects
CDL Hazmat endorsement rules apply to renewal, transfer
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes
Tax credits now available for clean-burning diesel engines
Truck Accident Statistics - 2004
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| March 2005 |
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News in this issue:
Green Light preclears 5 million and counting
New driver hours of service rules under consideration
Truck Safety Inspection Statistics - 2004
DMV implements new CDL Hazmat endorsement rules
Weight-Restricted Oregon Bridges on Lesser Routes
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes
Bridge repair and replacement projects increase
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| December 2004 |
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News in this issue:
Division works to improve phone service, cut wait times
Readoption of federal safety regs includes training requirements
Q&A -- Credentials grace period
MCTD asks its customers: "How are we doing?"
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes
Cargo load securement guidance regarding tiedowns
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| September 2004 |
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News in this issue:
Registration office closes at K-Falls Port of Entry
Registration & tax credentials renewal process underway
MCTD changes to new Oregon.gov Web site design
ODOT and contractor determine how to group bridge projects
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes
DMV set to implement CDL Hazmat endorsement rules
New permit to be required to haul highly hazardous materials
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| June 2004 |
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News in this issue:
Court ruling could signal end to flat fee payment option
Trucking Online adds newest services
MCTD plans to survey customers
Business picks up at Transponder Service Center
Green Light transponder application
ODOT hires private firm to manage bridge replacement program
Eight I-84 bridges nearly complete
Interstate 5 overpass to get repairs and needed lift
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes
Commission selects OTIA III local bridge projects
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| March 2004 |
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News in this issue:
Oregon Trucking Online gains momentum
Study of increasing interstate speed limits moves to Round 2
Truck Safety Hotline Calls -- 2003
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes
Truck accidents decline in Safety Corridors and on major Oregon routes
Truck Safety Inspection Statistics -- 2003
New Bend weigh station will feature Green Light system
Temporary weigh station to open on I-84
Hay haulers question new load securement rules
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| December 2003 |
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News in this issue:
Oregon weight-mile taxes and other truck fees increase January 1
ODOT begins massive project management job
Oregon truck registration and credential renewal goes online
Q&A - Credentials grace period
Security agency delays implementation of CDL Hazmat rules
Hours-of-Service Rules for Drivers in Interstate and Intrastate Commerce
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Lesser and Major Routes
News in brief:
Oregon Commission to consider increasing interstate speed limits
Accident reporting requirements change
Rule sets safety inspector certification requirements
Oregon chain law has no start or stop date
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| September 2003 |
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News in this issue:
Motor carriers adjust to new Oregon fees
Registration & tax credentials renewal process underway
Legislation increases motor carrier violation base fines
ODOT may get authority to study speed limit increase
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Lesser and Major Routes
Driver hours-of-service rules change in January 2004
Oregon adopts federal load securement rules
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| August 2003 |
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News in this issue:
Truck taxes and fees increase to fund road and bridge work
2003 Legislative Wrap-Up
Salem store opens Truck Transponder Service Center
Three-millionth truck rolls past Green Light weigh station
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes
DMV works to implement CDL Hazmat endorsement rules
This issue of the quarterly Motor Carrier News arrives two months late so that it can include news about bills passed by the 2003 Legislature.
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| March 2003 |
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News in this issue:
Eugene bridge restrictions detour I-5 heavy haulers
Trucking Online grows at slow but sure pace
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes
Green Light introduces new Mark IV transponders
Truck cab marking requirements - Questions & Answers
Many carriers fail to meet safety inspection follow-up requirements
Truck and Driver Safety Inspection Stats for 2002
News in brief:
Insurance cancellations increase, suspensions follow
Tire limits vary for manufactured home movers
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| December 2002 |
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News in this issue:
Truckers set to pioneer credentials service via the Internet
Truck credentials grace period - Questions & Answers
MCTD asks its customers: "How are we doing?"
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes
I-205 Preservation Project begins in Spring 2003
Construction projects crimp Green Light preclearance operations
News in brief:
Oregon chain law has no start/stop date
Medford Viaduct work starts in January
TripCheck wins 2002 travel info award
Green Light wins team excellence award
Safety Specialist shines in competition
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| September 2002 |
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News in this issue:
Registration offices close at Woodburn and Cascade Locks
Registration & tax credentials renewal process underway
Auditors study Oregon size and weight enforcement strategies
Truck marking rules no longer allow old ICC - MC numbers
MCS-150 form and updates can be sent online to feds
Martin Luther King Jr. Viaduct - Portland Detour
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes
Truck drivers face disqualification for traffic offenses in cars
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| June 2002 |
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News in this issue:
24 / 7 credentials Service Center moves to Salem
Oregon truck plates - Q & A
I-5 repaving will require freeway and lane closures
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes
Court declines to rule in transponder case
Rulemaking sets bond and cash deposit requirements
Truck Crash Statistics for 2001
News in brief:
Insurance forms can be filed electronically
Whistle blower law protects truck drivers
Oregon names its 2002 Safety Champion
MCTD plans to survey customers
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| March 2002 |
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News in this issue:
Court rules against weight-mile tax lawsuit
Oregon trims field office hours for registration service
Hotline reports run true to form in 2001
Truck Safety Inspection Statistics for 2001
Rulemaking considers quarterly tax reporting criteria
Commission selects road and bridge projects worth $400 million
Green Light saves truckers 74,000+ hours of travel time in 2001
Weight-Restricted Bridges on Major Routes
Oregon reminds carriers about splash & spray requirements
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| December 2001 |
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News in this issue:
Weight legalization policy changes
Oregon carriers to pay higher IFTA program fees
Commission considers list of road & bridge projects worth $400 million
Drivers to face CDL suspension for rail crossing offenses
Weight-restricted bridges on lesser and major routes
Web site makes it easy to comment on rulemakings
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| September 2001 |
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News in this issue:
Oregon changes truck renewal procedures
Oregon gets its full share of federal grant safety funds
Weight limits necessary on some of Oregon´s older bridges
Bridge weight restrictions - The Hot List
Title fees increase October 6
MCTD taps new Field Services Manager
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| June 2001 |
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News in this issue:
Legislators vote to eliminate Oregon truck "tax" plates
Transportation Act raises title fees to fund road and bridge work
Oregon carriers need to take note of registration-related changes
California prorate trailer registration requirement ends January 2002
Truck Safety Hotline now features online reporting capability
Vehicle ID requirements put focus on U.S. DOT numbers
Reflective materials requirement extended for container chassis
Legislative Wrap-Up:
Quarterly reporting option available for all next year
Carrier Education Program requirements eased
Upcoming rulemaking will set new IFTA annual fees
Plate cancellation fees repealed in July 2002
Enforcement officers get new citation authority
Tire sidewall rating factored into allowable weight
Bill adjusts statutory length limits for combinations
Fenders and mudguards requirements change
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| March 2001 |
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News in this issue:
Oregon asks Court about use of PrePass transponders
MCTD clarifies IRP change in ops criteria
Truck Safety Inspection Statistics for 2000
Safety staff dispel misinformation about Mexican truckers
ODOT adjusts uses of Highway Fund
Road work forces I-5 closure during 12 upcoming weekends
Green Light weigh station modernization complete at 21 sites
Truck Safety Hotline calls drop in 2000
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| December 2000 |
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News in this issue:
Legislators may consider weight-mile tax simplification
I-5 rehabilitation work will hinder Portland traffic through 2002
Bridge repairs disrupt I-5 Southern Oregon traffic
Green Light usage up, transponders available
IFTA tax help stops short of calculations
It´s crunch time for registration renewal
Safety issues on agenda next Session
Concepts address enforcement issues
Any carrier with Unsatisfactory safety rating faces shutdown
MCTD readies its computer systems for E-Government
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| September 2000 |
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News in this issue:
Weight-mile tax rates drop
Registration renewal notices hit mailboxes
Farm trucks may become subject to safety regulation
Reflective material required on trailers by June 1, 2001
U.S. DOT numbers get greater emphasis for all motor carriers
MCTD measures performance
Drug test-related bill to be fully implemented 9/1/2000
Green Light makes weigh station stops a thing of the past
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| June 2000 |
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News in this issue:
Voters say NO to weight-mile tax repeal
Variance permit one-stop shop to offer six continuous operation permits
Green Light wins ´Best of ITS´ award
Weight-mile tax rates to drop 12%
Oregon-based carriers get half-year 2000 registration billing notices
"Don´t Go There" campaign targets over-length trucks
MCTD surveys carriers about computer services
Drivers entering Oregon with no credentials are greeted with citation
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| April 2000 |
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News in this issue:
Oregon voters to decide weight-mile tax repeal in May election
Road authorities ready a one-stop variance permitting system
Green Light changes to boost usage, ensure transponder interoperability
Rulemaking leads to no change in splash and spray requirements
Companies often fail to check truck drivers´ background
Truck safety inspection statistics for 1999
Truck Hotline calls level off in 1999
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| December 1999 |
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News in this issue:
Update: Oregon weight-mile tax may go away March 1, 2001
Secretary of State releases draft Measure 82
Time line for HB 2082 changes now hinges on results of May election
MCTD issues registration fee refunds
Y2K continuation plans at the ready
New law strengthens drug and alcohol testing requirements
Transponder fee reduced until March, or while supplies last
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| August 1999 |
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News in this issue:
MCTD to begin citing truck drivers entering Oregon without credentials
Oregon weight-mile tax may go away July 1, 2000
One-stop-shop to be developed for over-dimension permits
Oregon proposes changes to splash and spray requirements
Weigh station interoperability now possible for some
Salem Headquarters gets new 97301-2530 Zip Code
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| April 1999 |
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News in this issue:
Legislators include diesel fuel tax proposal in planning
HELP pulls the plug on PrePass transponders in Green Light
Oregon adds Truck Safety Corridors
Truck Safety Inspection and Accident Statistics for 1998
Truck Hotline calls decline in 1998
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| January 1999 |
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News in this issue:
Legislators set to consider weight-mile tax alternative
MCTD to disconnect two toll free numbers
MCTD introduces three legislative concepts
Truckers can fly by 10 weigh stations now in Green Light system
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| September 1998 |
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News in this issue:
MCTB to trim registration services at five Ports of Entry
Ports will change hours for registration services
Carriers expected to maintain controlled substances and alcohol testing program
Safety Specialist shines in competition
MCTB asks its customers: "How are we doing?"
Oregon names first group of Trusted Carrier Partners
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| June 1998 |
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News in this issue:
Carrier safety fitness info available on the Internet
Oregon looks to recognize its most trusted carriers
Green Light adds more sites soon
Transponder application form
Ashland inspector selected for international competition
Inspection Stats for 1997
Emigrant Hill traffic subject to overwidth load restrictions
External vehicle identification requirements change
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| March 1998 |
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News in this issue:
MCTB rallies to solve Year 2000 computer date problem
MCTB combines extended weight truck permits
Rule change allows moving wider homes
Special operation checks carriers on US30
MCTD taps replacement for Paul Henry
Truck Safety Hotline offers outlet for road rage - 1-800-248-6782
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| December 1997 |
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News in this issue:
Oregon changes the face of its truck safety inspection program
Investigators to begin checking variance permit compliance
MCTD changes policy regarding truck-tractor/semitrailer length
Rulemaking considers extending maximum size limitation for moving manufactured homes
Woodburn system makes weigh station stops a thing of the past
Post-accident drug and alcohol testing responsibility extends to employers
Oregon carriers get US DOT #, inspection records filed in national databank
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| September 1997 |
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News in this issue:
Portland Interstate Bridge undergoes major repairs
Oregon driver hours-of-service rules recap
Inspectors catch hours-of-service violators
Legislators reject transportation funding package
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| June 1997 |
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News in this issue:
Motor Carrier Branch takes its place in cyberspace
Hours-of-service limits increase for intrastate drivers
Out-of-Service violators face stiff penalties
Many use incorrect road-use tax rates
"Guardian" to check safety on Hwy. 38
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| February 1997 |
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News in this issue:
Oregon proposes changes to drivers´ hours-of-service rules
Circuitous route slows MCTB mail
Green Light gets boost from MAPS
Road-use tax rates unchanged for 1997
Need for Oregon tax plate confuses IFTA carriers
Truck Safety Hotline complaints run "true to form" in 1996
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