Advisory: Sumner Tunnel Toll Plaza Reconstruction
On June 17, MassDOT will activate swing gates and electronic signage controlling the swing lane at the Sumner Tunnel Portal where Route 1A enters.
Entries by Kevin Weeks
Employer and employee contributions to PFML program delayed
Massachusetts has delayed the start of employer and employee contributions to the Paid Family and Medical Leave program (PFML) until Oct. 1, 2019.
TAM Testimony – In support of H.1205, training of tomorrow’s truck drivers
The executive director of TAM, submitted written testimony in support for House Bill 1205, relative to the training of tomorrow’s truck drivers.
TAM Testimony – Use of Alternative Fuel Heavy Duty and Medium Duty Vehicles
TAM’s written testimony in support of House Bill 2388, An Act Relative to Encourage the Use of Alternative Fuel Heavy Duty and Medium Duty Vehicles.
Trucking industry – Key trends & outlook
Dubbed the “lifeblood of our economy” by President Donald Trump, not only does the trucking industry facilitate the nationwide distribution of food, clothes, medicine, and other consumer products, it also supports a substantial portion of America’s revenue and workforce.
MassDOT: Current projects with lane impacts
MassDOT has updated their Current Construction Projects with Lane Impacts, as well as the presentation with an overview of 2019 construction projects. The documents were updated May 16.
TAM Testimony – Act Relative to Truck Inspections
On May 14, Kevin Weeks, the executive director of the Trucking Association of Massachusetts, submitted written testimony in support of House Bill 3178, An Act Relative to Truck Inspections.
Support Testimony: Act Relative to Carriers of Property by Motor Vehicle
On May 14, Kevin Weeks, the executive director of the Trucking Association of Massachusetts, submitted written testimony in support of House Bill 3145, An Act Relative to Carriers of Property by Motor Vehicle.
Route 1 Chelsea – Extended lane closures begin May 13
Prepare for lane closures between the County Road Overpass through the Chelsea Curves to the Tobin Bridge on Route 1 starting May 13.