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Chad Cate, Owner
Pearl Logistics, LLC
817 County Rd 135
Riceville, TN 37370
Phone: (423) 506-0191
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It was great to see all of you in Destin at the annual convention and to begin my term as Chairman representing all of you and the Association. As I step into the big shoes of all of my predecessors, I’m humbled and honored.
In the week I’ve been your Chairman, I’ve already seen and heard the great work the Association is doing and has in front of it. On an advocacy update webinar last week, Bill Sullivan of ATA recognized Donna and TDOT for being first in the nation to secure a Federal DOT infrastructure grant to help build 125 dedicated truck parking spaces in Smith County, TN. In addition, I was present today at a Memphis Chamber of Commerce event where some people advocated tolling of roads and bridges to TDOT Commissioner Butch Eley. Clearly, the Association has done great work and still has much work ahead of it.
October has a host of upcoming TTA events highlighted by Fall Conference in Pigeon Forge with a great agenda. Additionally, there is the Young Professional Council Networking Event at Top Golf in Nashville, South East Tennessee Big Rigs Tournament in Chattanooga, and Manchester Roadside event all on October 5th. Finally, don’t forget the opportunity to catch the Middle Tennessee Sports Clay shooting event on October 18th. Duck season is here soon so practice, network, and support the Association in a single day!
Enjoy these coming crisp fall days and stay safe!
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TTA'S 92ND ANNUAL CONVENTION |
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Our 92nd Annual TTA Convention was held at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa in Destin, FL on September 18-20, 2022! We really appreciate all of our wonderful sponsors and all attendees who made this year's convention a success. Congratulations to all of our award winners, as well.
We had terrific speakers and presenters who included: ATA Chairman Harold Sumerford, our Keynote speaker, Lieutenant Colonel Robert J. Darling, Senator Paul Bailey, Representative Pat Marsh, Speaker Pro Tempore of the 112th General Assembly, Assistant Commissioner of Driver Services Michael Hogan, Director of Legislation & Asst. General Counsel, TDOSHS, Elizabeth Stroecker, President & CEO of Colonial Freight Systems, Inc., Ruby McBride, Vice President of Sales with Reliance Partners, LLC, Jessie Merritt, Jim Heide with Loadsure, and Justin Whitaker with Koffie Labs.
Thank you again to the sponsors and attendees who made this event a memorable one! Also, thank you to Annabella Burrow, daughter of Road Team Captain Bobby Rue, for all the wonderful pictures!
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2022 ANNUAL CONVENTION PREMIER GOLF, DIAMOND, PLATINUM & AUCTION PARTY SPONSORS THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT! |
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We were able to present and congratulate all of our award winners of the following awards: Pinnacle Award, Fleet Safety Awards, Safety Professional of the Year, Allied Professional of the Year, Clean Diesel Leadership Awards, and our Young Professional of the Year Award. Congratulations to all award winners! |
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STATE REPRESENTATIVE PAT MARSH, LONGTIME TRUCKING EXECUTIVE, RECEIVES TENNESSEE TRUCKING ASSOCIATION’S PINNACLE AWARD
State association’s highest honor bestowed for the first time in eight years to longtime industry veteran and state leader
NASHVILLE, TN (September 2022) – State Representative Pat Marsh, a pioneer in the trucking industry whose career has spanned nearly 60 years, has been named a recipient of the Pinnacle Award, the highest honor bestowed by the Tennessee Trucking Association (TTA), for his lifetime commitment to and advocacy for the industry. Marsh is just the thirteenth recipient of the prestigious award in its 28-year history, presented only when an individual is identified for demonstrating uncommon service and dedication to the industry.
“Since its origination in 1994, the Pinnacle Award has been presented to a select few of TTA’s most influential and effective members who have made lasting contributions to the state’s trucking industry,” said Donna England, TTA President & CEO. “As the first to receive this award since 2014, Pat epitomizes what the Pinnacle Award stands for. His years of experience have proven invaluable as a leader for the TTA and as an advocate for the industry as a state legislator.”
A native of Lincoln County, Marsh graduated from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville with a business degree in Transportation before embarking on a career in the automotive industry. In 1973, he left a job with the Ford Motor Company in Nashville and moved to Shelbyville to join Goggin Truck Line, a small company with six tractors and twelve trailers. He eventually bought the company and grew it to 500 tractors and 1000 trailers while employing over 1,000 people. In 1995, Marsh sold the company and started another trucking company, Big G Express, with his brother Jack.
Marsh was elected to the Tennessee State Legislature in October of 2009 to represent the 62nd District, which includes Bedford and parts of Lincoln Counties. In 2021, he was selected by his fellow state House members to serve in the role of Speaker Pro Tempore for the 112th General. He also serves on several legislative committees, including the Transportation Committee. Since being elected to the Legislature, Marsh has helped pass numerous bills that have a positive impact on the trucking industry, including funding for improvements to highways, roads and bridges across the state.
“It was an honor for me to be a recipient of the Pinnacle Award in 2012, and I believe Pat was an ideal choice to be added to the list of those who have received this prestigious honor,” said Dale Allen, Partner, Adams and Reese LLP. “Throughout his business and political careers, Pat has made countless contributions that have benefited Tennessee’s trucking industry and thus all Tennesseans.”
Marsh joins an elite group of previous TTA Pinnacle Award winners, including Governor Ned McWherter (1994), Phillip B. George (1995), Forrest M. Durrett (1996), Tommy L. Wilson (1997), Kelly Wagner (1998), G. Tommy Hodges (2005), Gary Sasser (2006), Tommy Ross (2008), J.B. Baker (2009), David Dortch (2010), Bill Reed, Jr. (2011), Dale Allen (2012), and Dave Huneryager (2014).
“To be mentioned among these trailblazers who’ve made such an incredible impact on the industry is truly an honor,” said Marsh. “I’ve been very fortunate to work with individuals who have a passion for the industry and are dedicated to doing things the right way. I think that experience as a businessperson has greatly impacted my work in state government. It has been a privilege to serve Tennessee’s trucking industry, a vital part of keeping our state’s economy moving forward.”
The Pinnacle Award was presented to Marsh at TTA’s 92nd Annual Convention September 18-20 at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa. For those who would like to make a donation in Rep. Marsh’s name to the Tennessee Trucking Foundation, which is dedicated to highway safety, education and other charitable causes throughout the state, more information can be found here: Give Online (icheckgateway.com)
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Large Fleet Grand Champion, Averitt Express, Inc. |
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Small Fleet Grand Champion, Taimen Trucklines, LLC |
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Private Carrier 0 to 1,000,000 Miles
1st Place – Southern Champion Tray, LP
Private Carrier Greater Than 1,000,000 Miles
1st Place - McKee Foods Transportation, LLC
2nd Place – Quickway Transportation, Inc.
Truckload For Hire Carrier 0 to 3,000,000 Miles
1st Place – Tamien Trucklines
2nd Place – FirstExpress, Inc.
3rd Place – Christenson Transportation, Inc.
Truckload For Hire Carrier 3,000,001 to 7,000,000 Miles
1st Place – Brown Trucking Company
2nd Place – M&W Transportation Company, Inc.
3rd Place – Danny Herman Trucking, Inc.
Truckload For Hire Carrier Greater Than 7,000,000 Miles
1st Place – Averitt Express, Inc.
2nd Place – TCW, Inc.
3rd Place – P&S Transportation
Less Than Truckload 7,000,000 to 15,000,000 Miles
1st Place – AAA Cooper Transportation
2nd Place – ABF Freight
Less Than Truckload Greater Than 15,000,000 Miles
1st Place – Averitt Express, Inc.
2nd Place – Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.
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PROFESSIONALS OF THE YEAR |
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Kelly Moore from Ascend Transportation, LLC was named the 2022 recipient of the Hugh Galbreath Award for Safety Professional of the Year.
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Bill Tirrill from Fleetco, Inc. received the Allied Professional of the Year Award.
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Joe Fischer from Eaton Corporation received the Young Professional of the Year award.
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The 2022 Tennessee Trucking Association Clean Diesel Leadership Awards raise awareness and recognize organizations that have made significant, measurable improvements in air quality through the development and/or implementation of clean diesel actions.
The Tennessee Trucking Association Clean Diesel Award Initiative is an effort to reduce emissions from on-road diesel vehicles in Tennessee. Congratulations to our winners:
Averitt Express, Inc.
Big G Express, Inc.
Ike Transportation, Inc.
M& W Transportation Co., Inc.
TCW, Inc.
Titan Transfer, Inc.
U.S. Xpress Enterprises, Inc.
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FALL CONFERENCE REGISTRATION NOW OPEN |
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The steering committee is working on bringing you a very informative and educational event.
This year's Fall Conference is going to be a great event that you don't want to miss!
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MANCHESTER ROADSIDE INSPECTION |
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You are invited to participate in the Roadside Inspection conducted by the Tennessee Trucking Association in conjunction with the Tennessee Department of Safety on Wednesday, October 5th, at the Manchester Scales located on I-24 West, Mile Marker 115.
As in the past, participants will divide into teams and a State Trooper will be assigned to lead each team. Teams will work with the troopers as they pull vehicles in for inspections. Level I, II, and III inspections will be conducted. It is the best educational experience a company can have regarding how roadside inspections are conducted. You will see what might prompt a vehicle to be pulled in, what determines the level of inspection to be performed, and what is expected when paperwork and equipment are checked. It begins at 8:00 am Central Time and concludes around 2:30 pm or 3:00 pm with a summary of the inspections conducted throughout the day.
You don’t have to be a member to participate. There will be several “visitors” present. If you can possibly getaway, I think you will find it to be a very enlightening experience. Even if you can’t make it, please try to send someone from your company who works with log records, safety, or maintenance. We have had company owners, administrative personnel, dispatch, maintenance, etc., participating in the past. All have gone away with valuable information and experience. Please share this with anyone in the industry you feel might be interested in participating.
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BROWNSVILLE ROADSIDE INSPECTION |
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You are invited to participate in the Brownsville Roadside Inspection conducted by the Tennessee Trucking Association in conjunction with the Tennessee Department of Safety on Wednesday, October 26th, at the Brownsville Scales on Interstate 40, mile marker 50.
Participants will divide into teams and a State Trooper will be assigned to lead each team. Teams work with the troopers as they pull vehicles in for inspections. Level I, II and III inspections will be conducted. It is the best educational experience a company can have regarding how roadside inspections are conducted. You will see what might prompt a vehicle to be pulled in, what determines the level of inspection to be performed, and what is expected when paperwork and equipment is checked. It begins at 8:00 am Central Time and concludes around 2:30 pm or 3:00 pm with a summary of the inspections conducted throughout the day.
You don’t have to be a member to participate. There will be several “visitors” present. If you can possibly get away, please join us for this opportunity to learn about scale inspections. Even if you can’t make it, please try to send someone from your company who works with log records, scale violation paperwork, safety or maintenance. We have had company owners, administrative personnel, dispatch, maintenance, etc., participating in the past. All have gone away with valuable experience.
Lunch will be provided by PFS Transportation, Inc. for all who participate. Please share this invitation with anyone in the industry you feel might be interested in participating.
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GILES COUNTY ROADSIDE INSPECTION |
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The Giles County Roadside on September 28, 2022 experienced great weather and a good turn out of industry folks from various trucking companies, the Tennessee Trucking Foundation Road Team Captains, FMCSA Representatives, and THP. Here are a few pictures to capture the day’s events. Thank you to Western Express, Inc. for sponsoring lunch.
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GREENEVILLE ROADSIDE INSPECTION |
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On September 30th, we visited the Greeneville Scales for our roadside inspection. We had a great turnout 34 attendees with 12 of our attendees being rookies! Here are a few pictures to capture the day’s events. Thank you to Highway Transport Logistics, Inc. for sponsoring lunch. We hope to see everyone at our Manchester roadside on October 5th, 2022!
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MIDDLE TN SPORTING CLAY SHOOT |
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Mark your calendars and please join us for our Middle TN Fall Sporting Clay event on October 18, 2022. This event will start at 8:00 am CST with our Crazy Quail kick-off game! This will be followed by a safety briefing at 9:45 am CST and the sporting clay shoot immediately after with a 10 am CST shotgun start. Lunch will be at 12 pm CST. This event is open to all skill levels. No shooting experience is necessary. Safety Officers will be on hand to assist.
Registration fee: $195.00 per shooter ($780 for a Team of 4) which includes ammo, gun rental, 75 targets, eye/ear protection, and lunch.
Crazy quail costs $20.00 for 25 targets. You must provide ammo for the Crazy Quail which is available from the gun club.
To sponsor one of our below Prize awards, please call the TTA Office at
(615) 777-2882. These will be first come, first serve.
1st Place Prize Sponsor $150.00
2nd Place Prize Sponsor $125.00
3rd Place Sponsor $100.00
Farsighted Sponsor $50.00
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WEST TN SPORTING CLAY SHOOT |
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The West TN Sporting Clay event is coming up on November 3, 2022. This event will start at 8:45 am CST with our Safety Briefing and then a 9:00 am CST shotgun start. Lunch and the award ceremony will immediately follow the shoot. This event is open to all skill levels. No shooting experience is necessary.
Safety Officers will be on hand to assist.
Registration fee: $200.00 per shooter ($800 for a Team of 4) which includes 100 targets, ammunition, cart rental, and lunch. *Shooter is responsible for their own gun, eye protection, and ear protection.
To sponsor one of our below Prize awards, please call the TTA Office at
(615) 777-2882. These will be first come, first serve.
1st Place Prize Sponsor $150.00
2nd Place Prize Sponsor $125.00
3rd Place Sponsor $100.00
Best Rookie Sponsor $100.00
Best Female Sponsor $100.00
Best CDL Sponsor $125.00
Farsighted Sponsor $50.00
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SOUTHEAST TN BIG RIGS FOR LITTLE KIDS GOLF |
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Register for the Southeast TN Big Rigs for Little Kids Charity Golf Tournament
A 3.50% Convenience Fee Will Be Added for Credit Cards Only. THERE IS NO FEE FOR DEBIT CARDS.
October 5, 2022
Windstone Golf Club
Benefiting the Shriners Alhambra Temple Transportation Fund and the TTF Scholarship Fund
Complete you Registration Form and mail it to:
Tennessee Trucking Association
4531 Trousdale Drive
Nashville, TN 37204
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HAULIN' FOR THE HOLIDAYS T-SHIRTS NOW AVAILABLE |
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The Tennessee Trucking Association and its Young Professionals Council are proud to offer a Haulin’ for the Holidays t-shirt, which highlights the generosity of the corporate angel sponsors who donated during our Christmas in July fundraising campaign.
Show your support and order by October 15th! Companies who are interested in a larger order will receive a quantity discount, so email Ashlee Taylor, [email protected], directly for that pricing. The proceeds from your t-shirt order will be used to purchase toys and classroom supplies for Tennessee nonprofits and the children they serve. For more details or to get involved with this year’s toy drive, contact Jessie Merritt, [email protected], the YPC Chairman.
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YPC TOP GOLF NETWORKING EVENT |
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EAST TN YOUNG PROFESSIONALS COUNCIL KICKOFF |
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2023 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY |
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The Tennessee Trucking Association is excited to continue its partnership with E&M Consulting, Inc. to produce our Membership Directory. The publication will be available in both print and digital formats.
E&M will be managing the entire project, including advertising sales and layout/graphic design. They are highly professional and produce a high-quality publication, and we ask that you give them a moment of your time.
E&M will be contacting all members soon about the advertising opportunities available. The publication will be mailed to every member – a great opportunity to promote and give your company additional exposure.
If you have any questions or would like to advertise, please contact an E&M sales associate at 800-572-0011 or [email protected].
As always, your support is greatly appreciated!
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Trucker relief fund receives donation on behalf of...
Highway Transport driver Thomas "Tom" Frain, who earned national driver of the year honors from the National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC), has had $2,500 donated on his behalf to a nonprofit that helps truck drivers who are out of work due to...
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Carriers and Professional Drivers Needed to Help Move the Mission in 2022
Join the Honor Fleet Today and Haul a Load of Veterans’ Wreaths
COLUMBIA FALLS, Me., -- Oct. 4, 2022 — Lanes are currently open across the country to support the delivery of sponsored veterans’ wreaths to participating Wreaths Across America (WAA) locations this December! Professional drivers and carriers are needed to join the Honor Fleet and help the national nonprofit fulfill its mission to Remember, Honor, Teach, with the delivery of live, balsam veterans’ wreaths to their destination – one of more than 3,500 participating locations across the country – where volunteers will place these wreaths on the headstones of American heroes.
This year, WAA transportation partners will assist in delivering more than two and a half million veterans’ wreaths to be placed on graves of our fallen heroes all over the country on National Wreaths Across America Day – Saturday, December 17, 2022. Transportation partners who join us as volunteers will become a part of WAA’s Honor Fleet, get the opportunity to give back in recognition of the sacrifice our veterans make.
“With the help of our volunteer transportation partners in 2021 more than 525 truckloads of veterans’ wreaths were delivered across the country by hundreds of volunteer professional truck drivers,” said Don Queeney, WAA Director of Transportation. “We are immensely grateful for the support of our Honor Fleet carriers who are taking the opportunity to give back in recognition of the sacrifice our veterans make, and because of their support we are able to fulfill our mission.”
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DOT Awards $1.5 Billion in Federal Infrastructure Grants
Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.] More truck parking spaces in Florida and Tennessee along with supply chain improvements for Mexico's ports of entry in California, New Mexico and Texas are among winning projects...
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www.ttnews.com
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Rhode Island to shut off truck tolls under court order
A federal judge on Wednesday sided with the trucking industry and ordered Rhode Island to stop collecting truck tolls, calling them unconstitutional.
Read more
turnto10.com
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GOVERNMENT OF CANADA TO REMOVE COVID BORDER AND TRAVEL MEASURES EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 1 |
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COVID-19 vaccine requirement, along with other associated travel rules, will expire on September 30, 2022.
Effective October 1, 2022, all travelers, regardless of citizenship, no longer will be required to do any of the following health measures:
Submit public health information through the ArriveCAN app or website;
- Provide proof of vaccination;
- Undergo pre- or on-arrival testing;
- Carry out COVID-19-related quarantine or isolation;
- Monitor and report if they develop signs or symptoms of COVID-19 upon arriving to Canada.
The announcement from Health Canada is available here.
To date, there has been no announcement from the U.S. that the federal government will be making any similar changes to the current COVID-19 vaccine requirements for foreign nationals entering the country. The current requirements for land ports of entry from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security are available here.
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On September 9, 2022, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) sent out a list serve titled “A Notice for Federal Drug Testing Collection Sites & CDL Employers Regarding FMCSA Regulated Employees”. The notice reminds collection sites and employers to only use a Federal Drug Testing Custody and Control Form (CCF) when testing employees subject to FMCSA drug testing regulations and to properly fill out the Federal CCF.
The notice is being re-posted here in its entirety. For any questions, please contact FMCSA’s drug and alcohol program office at [email protected]
A Notice for Federal Drug Testing Collection Sites & CDL Employers Regarding FMCSA Regulated Employees
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Electronic Logging Device Revisions
FMCSA solicits public comment on ways to improve the clarity of current regulations on the use of electronic logging devices (ELD) and address certain concerns about the technical specifications raised by industry stakeholders. The Agency seeks...
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www.federalregister.gov
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Unique Electronic Identification of Commercial Motor...
FMCSA requests public comment on whether the agency should amend the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations to require every commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operating in interstate commerce to be equipped with electronic identification (ID)...
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www.federalregister.gov
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Hazardous Materials: Adjusting Registration and Fee...
PHMSA is publishing this ANPRM to solicit feedback on potential adjustments to the statutorily mandated hazardous materials registration and fee assessment program. Actions such as the potential adjustment of fees or the addition of other...
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www.federalregister.gov
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Use of Inland Ports for Storage and Transfer of Cargo...
This notice requests comments and information from representatives from across the supply chain, as well as the general public, pertaining to the feasibility of, and strategies for, identifying Federal and non-Federal sites for storage and...
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www.federalregister.gov
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ATA'S MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION |
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American Trucking Association's 2022 Management Conference & Exhibition (MCE) will be October 22-25 in sunny San Diego, California. MCE is the most important event of the year for trucking industry leaders.
This year, ATA has been focused on driving the future of the trucking industry. We'll explore ways we've expanded our industry's technology and workforce programs, as well as our country's infrastructure—and what this means for your business. ATA’s strategic priorities will be at the forefront of all policy committee meetings, along with education sessions focusing on issues such as the future powertrain regulations and driver health and wellness.
Plus, you won't want to miss this year's MCE Annual Banquet entertainment: GRAMMY-nominated country music star Walker Hayes!
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Autumn Safety Tips for Truck Drivers
Fall is right around the corner. The leaves will start to fall, kids are back in school, temperatures begin to drop, and wildlife moves about. Just like the season is changing, so will your trucking lifestyle.
Every day of the year, my goal is to return you home safely, to a safe home environment you can enjoy during these transitions. Here are a few tips and reminders to help during the fall season.
Beware of changing weather conditions
Falling leaves along with increased rain and fog are often challenging this time of year. Shorter days along with the daylight-saving time change put more motorists on the road at dark. Please adjust your driving habits to accommodate these conditions.
Be prepared for bright sunlight
With the time change, there is more sunlight during the early morning hours. We need to be aware of the change, but just as importantly, we need to understand the challenges of lesser trained drivers who share the road. As autumn proceeds, the sun travels more to the south. Roads that were not an issue in the past become a real problem when the sun is rising in the middle of the road. Less experienced drivers may not think about how this changes visibility on roads they travel frequently.
Watch for children
There will be more frequent stops due to school buses. More children will be on the streets meaning you should take extra precautions especially around school zones and bus stops.
Also, be mindful that children often like to play in piles of leaves. They don’t understand the danger of playing in leaves left on the roadside. Summer is not the only time kids are out and about.
Animals
Another thing to be on the lookout for. During autumn, deer are more active as it is their mating season, and they are a problem to drivers during the dawn or dusk hours. Look for animal crossing signs. Hitting a deer is the last thing any trucker wants!
Home reminders
Change your smoke alarm and carbon monoxide batteries. If you have a home fire extinguisher (recommended), check the expiration date.
Preparing for the fall season will allow you to enjoy the most of it, whether you’re on the road or at home.
Stay Safe!!
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Marty Pollock, Director of Safety
Tennessee Trucking Association
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Dale Allen, Adams and Reese LLP |
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Thanks to all those who attended the TTA convention recently held in Sandestin, Florida, September 19-21, 2022. It was good to see everyone engaged on many issues that affect the trucking industry. Also, a major thank you to Senator Paul Bailey and Representative Pat Marsh for attending. The legislative update not only included Senator Bailey and Representative Marsh but also representatives of the Department of Safety which was very enlightening and informative.
It was also very nice to honor one of our own, Pat Marsh, as the 2022 recipient of the Pinnacle Award. Pat’s service in the legislature over the past several years has been so helpful. He is someone we have always leaned on for assistance on issues involving the trucking industry. As I noted in my comments at the convention, we are so fortunate to have individuals like Pat Marsh and Paul Bailey whose involvement in this industry makes all of our jobs a lot easier.
TTA will be involved with supporting a dinner for House Speaker Cameron Sexton on October 19, 2022. This is the third fundraising dinner of the year that TTA has hosted for a member of the legislature. These dinners prove to be very helpful in that they give representatives of the industry an opportunity to spend quality time with leaders of the legislature to discuss issues affecting the industry. This would not be possible without your support of TruckPAC. Before the year is over, TruckPAC will have contributed more than $100,000 to legislative candidates. This is only made possible by your continued support. Thank you for your support of TruckPAC and our lobbying efforts on behalf of the industry!
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THE TOMMY HODGES SCHOLARSHIP |
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Tommy Hodges, Titan Transfer, Inc., has resigned as the Tennessee Trucking Foundation President. We are proud to welcome our new Foundation President, Scott George of TCW, Inc.
As Tommy steps away, we would like to extend our utmost gratitude for his leadership over the years. Tommy was instrumental in starting our Foundation and has done a wonderful job serving as its President for over 20 years.
Due to Tommy's longtime dedication, it was decided to honor him by naming the Tennessee Trucking Foundation Scholarship after him. Tommy Hodges was also the second person to be added to the Founders Club with a donation in his name totaling at least $50,000. Donations are still being accepted in his name.
It was an honor to present Tommy with a personalized plaque, a check presentation, and a crystal truck at our 92nd Annual Convention. Thanks again to Tommy Hodges for his outstanding efforts to progress our Association and Foundation!
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2022 ROAD TEAM UPCOMING EVENTS
October 1, 2022 - Dickson Touch a Truck / Miller-Motte Event
October 4, 2022 - Lavergne PD National Night Out / North Clinton Elementary Event
October 5, 2022 - Manchester Roadside / SETN Big Rigs Golf Tournament
October 5-8, 2022 - Tennessee Rescue Squad
October 8, 2022 - Montgomery County Teen Driver Awareness Program
October 10, 2022 - Westmoreland High School Event
October 11, 2022 - Lavergne Senior Center CarFit
October 12, 2022 - AAA Touch a Truck & Slow Down and Move Over
October 13, 2022 - Ashland City Senior Center Event
October 13-14, 2022 - Fall Conference
October 15, 2022 - Hardeman Fire Department Event
October 20, 2022 - White House High School Event / Wayne County High School Event
October 22, 2022 - Collegedale Police Department National Night Out
October 24, 2022 - Josephine Lewis Senior Center Event
October 25, 2022 - TN Federation of Aging Event
October 26, 2022 - Brownsville Roadside Inspection
October 27, 2022 - Y.E.S Truck or Treat
If you would like to schedule an event, please contact
the TTA Office at (615) 777-2882.
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2022 ANNUAL SILENT AUCTION |
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The 2022 TTF Annual Silent Auction was a huge success! Thank you to everyone that donated and participated. Thanks to you all, we were able to raise over $35,000!
This year we conducted the auction on an online format again and held select items as live auction items. Thank you to TJ Daniel, TN Road Team Captain with Huff & Puff Trucking, Inc., who was our live auction bid caller. We are very pleased with the success, but we could not have made this possible without the support of our wonderful donors and participants. Through the Foundation we are able to promote safety to the motoring public, provide scholarships and support various children's charities across Tennessee.
Thank you again for helping us keep Tennessee Safely on the Move.
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2022 11th ANNUAL CASH RAFFLE |
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Count them - 1, 2, 3 Chances to Win!
1st Prize Sponsored by Titan Transfer, Inc.
2nd Prize Sponsored by Goggin Warehousing, LLC
3rd Prize Sponsored by TCW, Inc.
2022 Raffle Ticket are now open with additional chance to win!
Raffle tickets are $75 each and only 1,000 will be sold!
This year, there will be three winners called after the drawing - a First Prize Winner gets $15,000, a Second Place Winner gets $5,000 and a Third Prize Winner gets $3,500!
You do not have to be present to win, we will call the lucky winners!
Tickets will continue to sell through the TTA Annual Convention and until the last one is sold before the drawing on Thursday, December 15 at 10:00 a.m. CST at the TTA Office in Nashville.
Don't forget about the Road Team Captains' ticket sales contest. For every 10 tickets a Road Team Captain sells, they will receive one free ticket for themselves. Help your favorite Road Team Captain by purchasing your tickets now.
You can call the TTA Office at (615) 777-2882 to purchase tickets or save up and purchase them during our Annual Convention. You can also go to this LINK and purchase tickets. At the bottom of the payment page, there is a place for notes where you can enter the name of your favorite Captain if you choose to help with the contest. You may also DOWNLOAD a form and email it to [email protected]. Tickets purchased will be mailed out weekly.
(To help cover the cost of processing payments, we add a fee of 3.5% for credit cards. This fee is not more than the cost of accepting these cards. There is no fee for debit cards.)
Raffle proceeds benefit the Tennessee Trucking Foundation's Highway Safety Education Programs: Tennessee's Road Team and Teens & Trucks Share the Road Training Program!
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MEET PRESLIE WARREN, DAUGHTER OF ROAD TEAM CAPTAIN, MATT NEARY |
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Preslie was a huge raffle ticket seller at convention! She sold 118 tickets – how outstanding! We would like to give a big thank you to Preslie and everyone who purchased Raffle tickets. We have more tickets available, so make sure you get yours soon. For every 10 tickets a Road Team Captain sells, they get 1 free Raffle Ticket. Way to go, Preslie! Thank you for helping us raise money for the Tennessee Trucking Foundation!
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TN Road Team Captains at Greater Middle Baptist Church on September 24, 2022. Photos by Annabella Burrow, daughter of Road Team Captain Bobby Rue. |
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On September 13, 2022 at the Warren County Fair-Senior Citizen Day, the Tennessee Road Team Captains along with Warren County Sheriff's Department and McMinnville Police Department conducted a Yellow Dot program event. We had over 100 participants that completed it. |
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Unionville Community High School, Thursday, Sept 29. 240 Students. RTC Ambassador David Brady, Old Dominion Freight Line; RTC Don Boone, FedEx; RTC TJ Daniel, Huff and Puff Trucking; RTC Jeff Coffey, Old Dominion Freight Line |
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Tennessee Trucking Foundation Contribution
Want to make a contribution to our Foundation? You can easily donate to the foundation on our website. Thank you to all that support our Foundations mission.
- Advancing highway safety
- Educating the public through programs designed to make our roads safer
- Providing Tennessee children’s charities with funds to improve the lives of our state’s children
- The TTF Scholarship, administered annually by the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee
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