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ATA President and CEO Chris Spear and ATA Chairman Greg Hodgen, CEO of Groendyke Transport, recently visited Capitol Hill to advocate for legislation that helps the trucking industry crack down on cargo theft.

Cargo theft bill advances in House

The ATA-backed Combating Organized Retail Crime Act now heads to the full House of Representatives for consideration after approval by a Judiciary Committee.

Jan. 20, 2026

FMCSA has finalized a rule permitting states to waive the hazardous materials endorsement requirement for Class A CDL holders transporting up to 1,000 gallons of jet fuel for seasonal agricultural aircraft operations, citing safety and efficiency benefits.

Regulations

FMCSA overrides NTTC’s safety concerns to grant jet fuel waiver

Jan. 9, 2026

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FMCSA earmarks $118M to enhance trucking safety

Jan. 2, 2026

ATA President and CEO Chris Spear highlights an alarming rise in cargo theft—which he insists is costing Americans billions annually and threatening national security—and urges Congress to pass CORCA legislation during a recent trip to Capitol Hill.

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ATA urges Congress to combat cargo theft

Dec. 29, 2025

In 2025, the tanker sector experienced significant regulatory and technological developments, including the revocation of California’s emission waivers and increased adoption of AI-driven solutions. Despite positive strides, tariffs and economic pressures have created a challenging environment, with industry leaders hoping for a potential upswing in 2026 while focusing on optimizing operations now.

Fleet Management

Year in review: Top tank truck stories from 2025

Dec. 29, 2025

Kevin Mathews, TXTA chairman and GenOx Transportation president and CEO, supports a new industry-wide initiative that aims to eliminate bad actors and restore fair competition in trucking.

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TXTA backs plan to combat trucking fraud, enhance safety

Dec. 19, 2025

JJ Keller & Associates now offers a free ELDT audit checklist.

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JJ Keller offers ELDT compliance assistance

Dec. 19, 2025

Fleet Management

Drive, fight, win: Tank truckers remain resolved amid uncertainty

Dec. 19, 2025

Greg Hodgen, Groendyke Transport CEO and 81st ATA chairman, joins Bulk Transporter Editor Jason McDaniel for a special edition of The Fleet Lead podcast.

Fleet Management

Podcast: New ATA chair talks tankers, tort reform, and trucking’s tomorrow

Dec. 17, 2025

Regulations

Cargo theft bill advances in House

FMCSA overrides NTTC’s safety concerns to grant jet fuel waiver

FMCSA earmarks $118M to enhance trucking safety

ATA urges Congress to combat cargo theft

Year in review: Top tank truck stories from 2025

TXTA backs plan to combat trucking fraud, enhance safety

JJ Keller offers ELDT compliance assistance

Drive, fight, win: Tank truckers remain resolved amid uncertainty

Podcast: New ATA chair talks tankers, tort reform, and trucking’s tomorrow

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