The Official Newsletter of
Louisiana's Trucking Industry
February 18, 2022
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LMTA on Talkback Friday - KSYL Central Louisiana
LMTA's Renee Amar joined KSLY Central Louisiana radio and discussed workforce shortage, updates for Louisiana’s toll system, and lawsuit abuse. She joined the station during their "Talkback Friday Hour Two" segment.
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2022 Truck Driving Championships Update
DRIVER ENTRY & REGISTRATION CLOSES TODAY!
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ABOUT:
The Louisiana Truck Driving Championships (TDC) is a competition of professional truck drivers hosted each year by the Louisiana Motor Transport Association (LMTA) and acts as the regional qualifications for the National Truck Driving Championships hosted by the American Trucking Associations (ATA).
Each driver is graded in three tasks:
- Written examination
- Pre-trip inspection test
- Driving skills test
This year's competition is being presented by the LMTA Foundation - with all registration fees waived due to funding allocated by the Louisiana Trucking Research & Education Council (LATREC).
TO SUBMIT REGISTRATION CONTESTANTS MUST:
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Download and save the 2022 Driver Registration Packet
- Complete the packet, saving it LAST_FIRST name (ex. SMITH_JOHN)
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Upload their completed packet to the online registration form
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Upload copies of their requested MVR and CDL
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Upload a driver photo for identification & recognition
The deadline to submit registrations is the end of business Friday, February 18, 2022
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1.) Driver Registration closed TODAY
2.) Volunteer Registration is now open!
3.) TDC Sponsorships are back, secure yours!
4.) National TDC Registration dues are increasing to $450
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This is the most important class that truckers can attend all year!
We have a case that opens the door for this in front of the Supreme Court right now. If this case isn’t stopped, truckers can katy bar the door because we will then be faced with nuclear verdicts constantly."
- Doug Williams, LMTA General Counsel
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"Reptile Theory" and the Mongoose Method
Exclusive Trucking Education Workshop - March 23 & 24
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Safety managers, risk managers, company leadership, owners and anyone who has a vested interest in how safety operations affect the profitability of a business in the trucking industry.
"Reptile Theory" and the Mongoose Method
March 23 - 24
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Louisiana DEQ Regulations for Truckers
Webinar On-Demand
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Presented by the LMTA's Safety Management Council
Truckers are regulated by many government agencies, especially when it comes to an accidental spill or hazmat related incident. When it happens, do you know exactly who you are supposed to call? State Police, DEQ, or another agency? Find out!
Watch as we meet with Jeff Dauzet, with the DEQ's Emergency & Radiological Services Division, as we discuss the reporting requirements and follow up procedures required after a hazmat incident. We will also be joined by Jerry Lang, Brad Schexnayder and Cindy LaFosse to provide additional information for those in the transportation industry.
We have a recording of this webinar available to watch on-demand. We also wanted to share today’s slide deck shared by LA DEQ, as well as contact information from our speakers.
HAZMAT Single Point of Contact (SPOC) Contact:
225-219-3640 or 888-763-5424 (toll free)
(Manned 8-4:30 CST Monday through Friday)
If you have any questions or issues accessing the video, please contact Communications Director Allison Strahan ([email protected]). If you have any suggestions for future webinar topics or issues accessing this webinar on-demand, please reach out to us!
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There is state funding to train your employees. Find out how!
Information Webinar with LWC application process for funding!
The LMTA is working with the Louisiana Workforce Commission (LWC) to bring training programs to our member companies.
There are two types of training programs that our speaker will outline in the webinar. Both programs are designed to benefit business and industry by assisting in the skill development of existing employees.
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LMTA SMC Courtesy Vehicle Inspections in Lafayette
Thank you to all our members and State Police for joining us!
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FHWA Inspection vs. Louisiana Inspection
Clarity on recent questions regarding trucking tags
We want to make sure that everyone is aware of the guidelines around the FHWA versus Louisiana tag. Please see the information below per the Louisiana State Police.
- For interstate commerce, it is an either/or situation. You do not have to get both FHWA and the Louisiana tag. For intrastate commerce, you only need the Louisiana tag.
- All Louisiana registered commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) subject to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations can obtain a Louisiana Commercial Motor Vehicle inspection and/or a periodic/annual inspection. A Louisiana Commercial Motor Vehicle inspection satisfies the requirements of 49 CFR 396.17 (Appendix G) for both the truck and the trailer.
Captain Jackson did ask that if any of you have had problems in the past being given a citation from an officer for not having both for interstate commerce to please forward it to him so he can educate his officers. (Captain Jackson's information is in the link)
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LMTA Speciality License Plates - Now Available! |
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We are excited to announce that specialty LMTA license plates are freshly minted and ready to hit the road! These are the perfect plates for members, leadership or anyone who wants to thank a trucker!
Applications for LMTA specialty plates must be processed through the Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV), with applications for the LMTA plate now open to the public.
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New Online Permit Prep Course - Sponsored by the LMTA Foundation
SOWELA is now offering day and night courses start December 2, 2021 and are free through February 2022. Classes will be held monthly on every second and third Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
Learn about CDL rules and regulations from the experts! Experienced, live instructors are ready to guide you through the CDL Manual.
- Realistic Practice Tests
- Firsthand Information on Louisiana Trucking Jobs
- First 10 Seats Guaranteed for Louisiana Motor Carrier Companies
This program has been sponsored by the Louisiana Trucking Research and Education Council and the LMTA Foundation. For more information, contact Jonnika Boutte at [email protected] or (337) 421-6987
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Trucking & CDL Scholarships - LMTA Foundation
Through Louisiana Community & Technical College System schools.
Requirements:
- Applicant must be enrolled or planning to enroll in a Transportation and Logistics program with emphasis on CDL programs.
- Applicant must be at least 18 years old.
- Applicant must plan to participated in a minimum eight (8) hour ride along with a trucking company. A ride along is defined as: Eight hours in one day spent as a passenger (observer) with a motor carrier, which is defined as a vehicle used to transport passengers or property for compensation.
- Applicant must be a prospective student making an application to a LCTCS college.
Deadline to Apply:
The Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) Foundation has been working to provide workforce solutions for the LMTA's membership and the trucking industry as a whole. We want anyone in the trucking industry to share this opportunity through your business and even with your local high schools to help us engage the next generation of truckers!
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MISSISSIPPI - Weight restriction modified on Interstate 55 Bridge
The I-55 bridge was recently inspected, and the inspection documented deterioration in the concrete box girders near the supports. A further in-depth inspection and analysis showed the deterioration is due to overload and the bridge needs to be load posted until repairs can be made.
Therefore, the following load restriction has been imposed on Bridge No. 93.1 located over Interstate 20 westbound in Rankin County:
- 21 Tons H Truck
- 24 Tons HS Short Truck
- 27 Tons HS Long Truck
Signs are in place to alert motorists of the load restriction. View a detailed map of all bridge postings HERE.
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FMCSA's Training Provider Registry - Now Open
Registry for those providing Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT)
FMCSA's Training Provider Registry is now fully operational with mandatory use now in effect for all entities who provide entry-level driver training, as defined by the Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) regulations (see 49 CFR part 380 subparts F and G).
QUESTIONS?
FMCSA encourages all with questions or concerns to review the Training Provider Registry's frequently asked questions or contact us page. If you feel that the LMTA can offer additional assistance, please contact Executive Director Renee Amar.
Renee Amar
Executive Director - LMTA & LMTA Foundation
C: (225) 287-0117
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LA Workforce Commission CDL Apprenticeship Program
Inquiry to Louisiana-based trucking companies
We understand that most trucking companies are hindered from doing this for insurance purposes, but want to reach out to the hand full who do.
If you are a trucking company that hires drivers out of school, can you please contact Renee Amar and let her know. Your company might be interested and benefit from participating in the apprenticeship program. There are no guarantees on anyone’s part - the LWC wants to coordinate the best way to get more highly trained drivers into our family-owned, local companies.
Renee Amar
Executive Director - LMTA & LMTA Foundation
C: (225) 287-0117
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Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program - FMCSA "When does it start"
For inquiries regarding the Safe Diver Apprenticeship Pilot Program, please note FMCSA has not started accepting applications for the program yet. When FMCSA begins accepting applications, they plan to let the public know through their website at: https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/safedriver.
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2022 LMTA Seafood Gala
BOOK YOUR ROOMS NOW
April 23, 2022 | Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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The 2022 LMTA Seafood Gala will be held Saturday, April 23, 2022 at the Hilton Capitol Center in Baton Rouge, LA.
We were forced to change venues late in the planning process, so rooms were limited when we secured this date. The downtown Baton Rouge area has several events and parties booked for the weekend of the Gala (Friday April 22 - Sunday April 23.) Because of this, we've been notified that hotel rooms in the downtown area are going quickly!
We encourage all those planning to attend the 2022 Seafood Gala to book their accommodations as soon as possible!
We currently have two room blocks set-up for the event:
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Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown (less than 5 minute walk to the venue) - PLEASE NOTE: 1.) This hotel is in a different building than the Gala & 2.) a mixture of different bed, room and suite types are available.
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Hilton Capitol Center (same venue as the gala) - PLEASE NOTE: 1.) This hotel is SOLD OUT, to reserve a room you must use the group link & 2.) This block only includes King Bed Riverview rooms. AVAILABILITY IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVED!
Other downtown hotels:
Other Baton Rouge area hotels:
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Webinar: State-Funded Training Programs for Your Company with LWC
March, 3 2022 (10:00AM)
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2022 Louisiana Truck Driving Championships
March 4 - March 5, 2022
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2022 Winter Management Summit
March 23, 2022
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Trucking Workshop: "Reptile Theory" & the Mongoose Method
March 23 - March 24, 2022
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2022 LMTA Seafood Gala
April 23, 2022
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2022 LMTA Annual Convention
July 21 - July 25, 2022
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FOX BUSINESS:
"The Justice Department (DOJ) and FBI will be investigating entities that may be exploiting supply chain disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the department announced Thursday...." (WATCH NOW)
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FREIGHTWAVES:
"The Louisiana staged accident investigation has found new targets. U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Louisiana Duane Evans announced Tuesday that seven individuals had been ..." (READ NOW)
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TRANSPORT TOPICS:
"Economists and industry experts widely believe supply chain disruptions will continue to greatly impact the transportation industry for the first half of the year, and possibly into 2023. ..."
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2022 LMTA Membership Directory
Online directory now available!
The LMTA is excited to announce that our 2022 Membership Directory is now available to view online. This version is completely searchable, and includes rosters of all of LMTA's officers, committees and councils.
To ensure that it is restricted only to membership, the directory is password protected. Please contact the LMTA office to verify your membership & receive your password.
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