Regulation
California legislators OK heavy-duty zero-emission truck pricing disclosure
California lawmakers passed SB 1213 last month, requiring original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) receiving state incentives to provide the manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) when selling zero-emission and near-zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles in California. The bill has been sent to Governor Newsom for signing.
Multiple pension funds reach $526M in Yellow pension settlements
Yellow Corp. liquidation trustee Daniel Golden announced on August 28 that multiple union pension funds have again reached a settlement regarding Yellow Corp. pensions, totaling nearly $526 million, pending bankruptcy court approval. Previously in April, the bankruptcy judge had rejected a related settlement proposal for not conforming to established legal methods. The new agreement involves pension funds in New York, Western Pennsylvania, and others, and is supported by parties including MFN Partners, aiming to avoid years of litigation.
Multiagency partnership targets possible fraudulent CDL holders
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced Monday that it is launching a nationwide operation with federal and state agencies to combat fraud in the trucking industry. The operation includes seeking the emergency closure of 110 commercial driver's license schools and conducting nationwide audits of third-party CDL skills testing providers and state oversight. The Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice will also participate, with the DOJ establishing a joint task force. Trucking industry groups have expressed support for the effort.
Canada tariffs named on aluminum, steel, pulp and paper
Following the breakdown of US-Canada trade talks, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced retaliatory tariffs of up to 50% on $27.6 billion worth of US imports, with the list explicitly including aluminum, steel, pulp and paper. The move is expected to impact the highly integrated North American packaging supply chain, with companies and industry associations in fiber, metal and glass segments already voicing their positions.
Truck drivers targeted in alleged tax fraud scheme
On August 13, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Georgia announced that a federal grand jury has indicted Diane Marie Poe, 62, on 54 counts related to a tax fraud scheme targeting at least 26 clients, most of whom were independent truck drivers. Poe operated the accounting and tax preparation firm Genuine Financial Solutions and is accused of collecting service fees without fulfilling filing obligations and withholding payroll and trust taxes owed to the IRS. The list of involved companies has been released, and the FBI and IRS urge affected victims to contact the Atlanta office.
Oregon Automated Oversize Permit System Saves Nearly $940,000 in First Year
The Oregon Department of Transportation stated that the automated oversize permit and route planning system, ORION, launched in 2025, saved approximately $940,000 in its first year of use. The system replaced manual paper map reviews, processing applications instantly and providing safe and efficient routes, while still retaining manual review for specific cases.
Georgia Woman Charged with Tax Fraud Targeting Truck Drivers
On August 13, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Georgia announced that a federal grand jury has indicted Diane Marie Poe, 62, on 54 counts of tax fraud involving at least 26 clients, most of whom are independent truck drivers. Poe operated an accounting and tax preparation company called Genuine Financial Solutions and is accused of charging fees for tax services not provided, withholding payroll and trust taxes owed to the IRS, and engaging in multiple bank fraud and tax violations. The list of companies involved has been released, and the FBI and IRS are urging affected victims to contact and report.
Canada to install retaliatory tariffs of up to 50% on US imports
Canada confirmed retaliatory tariffs of up to 50% on US goods, effective Sept. 8, mirroring US Section 338 and 232 levies. The initial list covered steel, dairy, appliances, agricultural equipment, electronics, seafood, and pulp and paper, but seafood and fish were removed on Wednesday. A $7.5 billion support package for affected businesses was also announced.
Canada announces retaliatory tariffs of up to 50% on U.S. imported goods
Canada has fulfilled its commitment by imposing retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imported goods starting September 8, with rates set at 15%, 25%, and 50%, covering categories such as steel, dairy products, home appliances, agricultural equipment, electronics, seafood, and pulp and paper. Additionally, Canada announced a CAD 7.5 billion support plan to assist affected workers and businesses. This move directly responds to the tariffs the U.S. imposed on Canadian goods over the past weekend, and after negotiations broke down, Canada insists on "reciprocal" countermeasures.
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The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, a case involving the scope of freight brokers' liability in carrier selection. The ruling could clarify the applicability of federal preemption, affecting freight brokers, carriers, and the supply chain nationwide. Industry warns that if the plaintiff prevails, it could marginalize small carriers, raise costs, and trigger legislative ripple effects.