Announcements recently from Pfizer and Moderna announcing the potential efficacy of their respective COVID-19 vaccines is certainly welcome news. As we prepare for global and local distribution, understanding initial supplies will likely be limited, we checked into reports that the Maine CDC has published the four phases that vaccines will be delivered in our state. […]
Industry News
Trucking Must Prepare for Climate Initiatives
October 19, 2020When it comes to MMTA being involved with matters of public policy on behalf of the trucking industry, climate initiatives have taken center stage. And quite a bit of our time lately. Whether it is the efforts of the Maine Climate Council, Governor Mills signing on to the Multi-State Medium and Heavy Duty Zero Emission […]
MMTA Drug and Alcohol Testing Program Transition
October 15, 2020Over the last year, our drug testing program with Fleet Screen has undergone changes…much of which has gone smoothly. There have been some service issues during late September and early October with delays in fourth quarter selections, and new account set ups. We apologize for these short-term inconveniences and trust that members will find the […]
Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse Enrollment Opens
October 3, 2019FMCSA News Statement: https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/newsroom/fmcsa-opens-registration-commercial-driver%E2%80%99s-license-drug-and-alcohol-clearinghouse Clearinghouse Website: https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/Register REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT (10/3/19) There is currently much confusion surrounding the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse regulation and how it will impact motor carriers and their employees. The issue is unfolding and information is changing regularly. This article is intended to clear up what is known and […]
Golf Tournament Registration Open
May 14, 2019The Maine Truck PAC golf tournament will again be played at only one location this year, Natanis Golf Course Webber Pond Road in Vassalboro, on June 15, 2022. Natanis features 36 great holes of golf and will serve as an excellent host for this year’s primary fundraising event for the Truck PAC. The tournament is […]