Washington Trucking Week

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Jimmy Mac wades into the swamps of Washington DC with OOIDA's governmental team to make sense of the ongoing events in the nation's capitol. It's the information inside the bills, the players that help shape them, and what the listener can do to make themselves part of the process.

  1. 11/06/2025

    Washington Trucking Week: OOIDA’s Lewie Pugh on DOT Crackdown and the “Driver Shortage” Myth | Road Gang Radio

    On this episode of Washington Trucking Week with host Jimmy Mac, we’re joined by Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA). Lewie dives into the latest headlines from the Hill — including the U.S. Department of Transportation’s crackdown on CDL mills and recent coverage challenging the long-debated “driver shortage” myth. OOIDA has long advocated for restoring training standards and professionalism in trucking, and Lewie shares the association’s reaction to DOT’s new measures and what they mean for both truckers and highway safety. As OOIDA President Todd Spencer puts it: “Secretary Duffy and FMCSA Administrator Barrs are right to crack down on CDL mills and the trucking companies that rely on unqualified drivers. Years of misguided ‘driver shortage’ policies have flooded America’s roadways with poorly trained newcomers operating 80,000-pound trucks and innocent motorists are paying the price. Trucking is a skilled profession, not cheap labor. We applaud the Trump Administration’s commitment to restoring standards in trucking that will not only save lives, but help improve professionalism in our industry.” Learn more about OOIDA’s work and policy updates at: Website: https://www.ooida.com/ YouTube:   / truckersooida  Facebook:  / ooida  X (Twitter):  / ooida  Instagram:  / ooida_truckers  Read more on this week's topic: https://landline.media/english-profic... Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!

    28 min
  2. 10/16/2025

    Washington Trucking Week Update: Non Domiciled CDL Integrity Act & Connor’s Law | Road Gang Radio

    This week on Road Gang Radio, Jimmy Mac talks with Bryce Mongeon, Director of Legislative Affairs at the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), for the latest news from the hill during Washington Trucking Week. Discussion topics include: Rep. Rouzer’s Non-Domiciled CDL Integrity Act (H.R. 5688) — what this bill could mean for truck drivers and the industry. Senator Lummis’ Connor’s Law (S. 2991) — legislation aimed at enhancing safety and integrity on the roads. Stay informed about the laws and regulations that affect over-the-road drivers and carriers, straight from the experts at OOIDA. Learn more: https://www.ooida.com/ OOIDA is a national trade association representing the interests of professional drivers and small-business truckers. Their mission is to advocate for independent drivers on Capitol Hill and protect the rights of owner-operators across the United States. Bryce Mongeon, Director of Legislative Affairs, leads OOIDA’s efforts in Congress and is deeply involved in advancing legislation that supports safety, integrity, and the livelihoods of truck drivers. Follow OOIDA Online: Website: https://www.ooida.com/ YouTube:   / truckersooida  Facebook:  / ooida  X (Twitter):  / ooida  Instagram:  / ooida_truckers  Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!

    28 min
  3. 10/09/2025

    FMCSA Leadership & New ELD Certification Rules | Washington Trucking Week with OOIDA | Road Gang Radio

    It’s Washington Trucking Week on Road Gang Radio with host Jimmy Mac, bringing you the latest updates straight from Capitol Hill. This week, Collin Long, Director of Government Affairs at the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), joins the show to break down two major developments from Washington that every trucker needs to know about: The confirmation of Derek Barrs as the new FMCSA Administrator, and what his leadership could mean for independent drivers and small carriers. The introduction of Electronic Logging Device (ELD) certification at the U.S. Department of Transportation, and how it could impact compliance, enforcement, and the trucking community at large. Collin offers OOIDA’s take on these changes, what to expect next from regulators, and how drivers can make their voices heard in the ongoing push for fair and practical federal oversight. If you care about the future of trucking policy, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Learn more about OOIDA: Website: https://www.ooida.com/ YouTube:   / truckersooida  Facebook:  / ooida  X (Twitter):  / ooida  Instagram:  / ooida_truckers  Host: Jimmy Mac Guest: Collin Long, Director of Government Affairs, OOIDA Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below. Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne... Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro... We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we... Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...

    29 min

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Jimmy Mac wades into the swamps of Washington DC with OOIDA's governmental team to make sense of the ongoing events in the nation's capitol. It's the information inside the bills, the players that help shape them, and what the listener can do to make themselves part of the process.