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October 10, 2024 | Comments Off on Auto Draft

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…

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Celebrating Excellence: The 2024 Leading Edge Class Graduates at TTA’s 94th Annual Convention

September 17, 2024 | Comments Off on Celebrating Excellence: The 2024 Leading Edge Class Graduates at TTA’s 94th Annual Convention

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.…

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Legislative Update 9-3-2024

September 3, 2024 | Comments Off on Legislative Update 9-3-2024

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…

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Tennessee Trucking Foundation Presents $10,000 to East Tennessee Children’s Hospital

August 23, 2024 | Comments Off on Tennessee Trucking Foundation Presents $10,000 to East Tennessee Children’s Hospital

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…

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Hazardous Materials Shipping | Safety Spotlight – August 1, 2024

August 7, 2024 | Comments Off on Hazardous Materials Shipping | Safety Spotlight – August 1, 2024

Hazardous Materials shipping is one of the most dangerous jobs in trucking today and requires special handling to minimize the risks. The materials are among the most complicated, regulation-heavy, and expensive to ship. Because they could pose a danger to people, property, or the environment, there are many rules and regulations required to transport them.…

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Legislative Update 7-1-2024

July 1, 2024 | Comments Off on Legislative Update 7-1-2024

Back to Blog Towing/Booting Overhaul Takes Effect July 1, 2024   Beginning July 1, a new slate of laws will go into effect in Tennessee. Below is legislation that holds significant importance within the industry, Public Chapter 1017 (SB1692/HB1731).   The Modernization of Towing, Immobilization, and Oversight Normalization (MOTION) Act, sponsored by Senate Majority Leader…

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Tennessee Trucking Industry Veteran Named to Be Pro Be Proud National Board

May 31, 2024 | Comments Off on Tennessee Trucking Industry Veteran Named to Be Pro Be Proud National Board

   Trucking and Steel Industry Veterans Named to Be Pro Be Proud National Board  Connie Vaughan and Amy Rogers bring extensive experience to growing national workforce initiative   LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (May 24, 2024) – Be Pro Be Proud (BPBP), an Arkansas-founded national workforce development initiative focused on attracting students to technical careers, has elected…

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TN FAE Repeal of Property Tax Base

May 15, 2024 | Comments Off on TN FAE Repeal of Property Tax Base

On April 25, 2024, the Tennessee General Assembly passed HB 1893/SB 2103 repealing the property base component of the Tennessee franchise tax. Historically, the franchise tax base was calculated as the greater of Net Worth (assets minus liabilities) or the net book value of real and tangible property. The passage of this law eliminates the…

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TENNESSEE’S SEAT BELT USAGE RATE REACHES HIGHEST ON RECORD

May 13, 2024 | Comments Off on TENNESSEE’S SEAT BELT USAGE RATE REACHES HIGHEST ON RECORD

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 13, 2024  CONTACT: ARRIALE TABSON Mobile: 615-767-3242 Arriale.Tabson@TN.Gov    TENNESSEE’S SEAT BELT USAGE RATE REACHES HIGHEST ON RECORD Tennessee Highway Safety Office Reports 92 Percent Seat Belt Usage Rate   TENNESSEE – Today, the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) announced results from its annual roadside observational survey to determine the state’s…

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2024 Truck Driving Championships Results

May 6, 2024 | Comments Off on 2024 Truck Driving Championships Results

  On May 3-4th, 2024, truckers from all across Tennessee gathered at the FedEx Freight Nashville facility in Antioch, TN for the much-anticipated annual Truck Driving Championships (TDC). Despite the rain, the event unfolded with an electrifying atmosphere as drivers showcased their expertise behind the wheel. We’re thrilled to announce the winners of this year’s…

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