TDEC Seeks Medium- And Heavy-Duty Vehicle Projects Under Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has released its fifth solicitation for projects under the Volkswagen Diesel Settlement Environmental Mitigation Trust (VW Settlement EMT). The purpose of the EMT is to execute environmental mitigation projects that reduce emissions of nitrogen oxides.…
Bills Targeting English Proficiency Fail in House and Senate Committees On Tuesday March 18, the House Transportation Subcommittee voted down a measure that would require driver’s license exams to be taken only in English. HB556/SB1373, sponsored by Rep. Kip Capley (R-Summertown) and Sen. Bo Watson (R-Hixson), would require driver’s license written exams be taken in…
There is a lot of activity with the Legislature aiming to adjourn by April 17th. As a result, the calendars are loaded with bills and everything is moving at fast-pace. Also, note that the TTA’s Day on the Hill and Legislative Breakfast Reception had to be cancelled due to a snow event and the closing…
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE UNTILWednesday, February 12, 20257:00 a.m. ETContact: Rebecca Brewster (404) 247-8787rbrewster@trucking.org Washington, DC – Today, the American Transportation Research Institute released its 14th annual listhighlighting the most congested bottlenecks for trucks in America, and seven Tennessee locationsmade the top 100, including two in the top 20. “I’m hopeful Tennessee will see relief from…
Tennessee General Assembly Kicks off 2025 Session; Committee Changes; Updated Rule Package; Special Session Announcement The much-anticipated 2025 legislative session kicked off on Tuesday January 14th, 2025, as lawmakers convened in Nashville for the swearing in of the 114th Tennessee General Assembly. Highlights included the election of speakers and constitutional officers, the appointment of committees, and…
Transport Enterprise Leasing Marks 20 Years in Business Growth Continues in Commercial Truck and Trailer Leasing and Sales  CHATTANOOGA, TN, AND GREENFIELD, IN, October 9, 2024 – Transport Enterprise Leasing (TEL) is celebrating its 20th anniversary with another year of growth, said Co-Founder and President Jud Alexander. The business launched in September 2004…
Yesterday, September 16, 2024, marked a significant milestone for the Tennessee Trucking Association (TTA) as we celebrated the graduation of our 2024 Leading Edge class at the 94th annual convention. This exceptional group of professionals has demonstrated remarkable dedication, growth, and leadership throughout the program, setting a new standard for excellence in the trucking industry.…
Legislative Corner – Primary Election Recap Tennessee voters went to the polls August 1st, 2024, for the state’s August primary elections, which included races for all state and federal House seats, half of state Senate seats, and one U.S. Senate seat. With so many districts now being either solidly Republican or Democrat, in most…
On August 22, 2024, representatives from the Tennessee Trucking Foundation presented a generous $10,000 check to East Tennessee Children’s Hospital (ETCH) as part of their ongoing commitment to supporting children’s charities across the state. The donation was made possible through the East Tennessee Big Rigs for Little Kids Golf Classic, one of four annual Big…