Delaware Becomes 30th State to Ban Texting While Driving
Delaware has become the 30th state to ban drivers from texting or holding cell phones while driving, the Detroit News reported.
July 12, 2010Parts Makers Optimistic on Economic Recovery
The Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association said 84% of its members experienced sales growth during the second quarter, with 28% reporting “substantial growth.”
July 12, 2010Pa Lawmakers Move to Ban Indemnification Contracts
The Pennsylvania House has unanimously passed a bill that would ban indemnification contracts that some shippers and receivers force trucking firms to sign.
Massachusetts, Iowa Enact Distracted Driving Laws
Massachusetts and Iowa enacted laws to combat distracted driving late last week, with Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick (D) signed legislation Friday outlawing texting while driving, making his the 29th state to outlaw the practice.
Factory Orders Fall in May
U.S. factory orders declined 1.4% in April, the biggest drop since March 2009, the Commerce Department said Friday.
July 2, 2010Senate Panel Encourages Distracted Driving Bans
The Senate Commerce Committee last week approved a bill aimed at encouraging states to pass their own distracted driving laws, sending the measure to the Senate floor.
June 14, 2010Factory Orders Improve 1.2% in April
U.S. factory orders rose 1.2% in April, the eighth straight gain, the Commerce Department said Thursday.
June 3, 2010LaHood Commends Kansas’ New Law Banning Texting While Driving
Kansas’ move to become the 26th state to outlaw texting while driving has drawn praise from U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood for pushing the country past the halfway mark to a nationwide ban on the practice.
More States Ban Texting While Driving
Vermont is poised to become the 26th state to ban texting while driving, following closely behind Wisconsin and Michigan.
May 11, 2010Groups Show Support for Government’s Plan to Bar Truckers From Texting While Driving
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has broad support for its move to bar truck drivers from texting, according to public comments on the proposed rule filed with the agency.
May 10, 2010