PrePass Safety Alliance

🚛 Derek Barrs Nominated for FMCSA Administrator 🚛 With an extensive background in trucking, highway safety, and law enforcement, Derek Barrs has been nominated to lead the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. His leadership roles in the Florida Highway Patrol, Florida Trucking Association, and the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance have earned him widespread industry support. Barrs’ nomination now moves to the Senate Commerce, Science & Transportation Committee for review. Stay updated on his confirmation process and what this could mean for trucking safety nationwide. 🔗 Read more: https://ow.ly/I90z50VoByq #FMCSA #Trucking #TransportationLeadership #TruckingSafety

California's Emissions Compliance Just Got Simpler—but Not Easier. Truckers operating in California are still required to follow strict emissions rules under the Clean Truck Check program, even as zero-emission fleet mandates are paused. Key compliance steps include: ✔ Replacing engines older than 2009 ✔ Registering in CARB’s TRUCRS database ✔ Paying a $30/year compliance fee ✔ Biannual emissions testing Shippers and brokers—this affects you, too. You must ensure your partners are registered and compliant. 🔍 Stay ahead of regulations and protect your operations: https://ow.ly/jslM50VmzLf #TruckingIndustry #FleetManagement #CARB #EmissionsCompliance #CleanTruckCheck

🚧 Toll Scam Warning for U.S. Drivers 🚧 A surge in sophisticated phishing scams is targeting drivers with fake texts about unpaid tolls. These messages mimic agencies like E-ZPass and SunPass, leading to fraudulent websites designed to steal your sensitive information. 🔐 Here's how to stay protected: • Avoid clicking links in unsolicited messages • Verify claims through official toll agency websites • Use tools like PrePass Toll Management to securely manage toll charges and disputes • Report scams to 7726 (SPAM) and the FTC As cybercriminals evolve, so must our awareness. Stay alert, stay informed, and safeguard your data. https://ow.ly/gY9Q50Vl3tM #CyberSecurity #PhishingScam #PrePass #FraudPrevention #TollScam #TransportSecurity

⚖️ “The most consequential day of deregulation in U.S. history.” EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin has announced a comprehensive review of key environmental rules, including emissions regulations for vehicles and industrial pollution standards. Among them: the GHG3 rule, viewed by many as an “EV mandate.” Although the EPA may pause enforcement, California and 11 other states could continue their own emissions enforcement. Legal and legislative battles loom. 👉 Dive deeper into what this means for policy, business, and transportation: https://ow.ly/tlLT50VisFk #EnvironmentalPolicy #EPA #GHG3 #TruckingIndustry #CleanAirAct #Sustainability #EnergyPolicy

📢 Leadership Update: Adrienne Camire has been appointed Deputy Administrator and Acting Administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). With over two decades of legal, regulatory, and compliance experience—including serving as Chief Counsel at the Federal Highway Administration—Camire is well-positioned to lead federal motor carrier safety programs. She holds a B.A. from Brandeis University and a J.D. from Suffolk University Law School. While Senate hearings are forthcoming, she begins her role at FMCSA immediately. Read more about her appointment and what’s next: https://ow.ly/jZZM50VhJ7p #LeadershipNews #FMCSA #Transportation #RegulatoryAffairs

How does a government shutdown impact motor carriers, infrastructure projects, and DOT programs? With a federal funding deadline looming, we break down the budget process and its impact on the transportation sector in simple terms. 📊 A must-read for anyone in logistics, infrastructure, or regulatory compliance: 🔗https://ow.ly/hyty50VgOUO

Preventative maintenance is key to maximizing your truck’s performance, safety, and longevity. Regular servicing helps prevent unexpected breakdowns, improves fuel efficiency, and ensures compliance with regulations. Invest in your truck’s future today! 🚛🔧 #Trucking #FleetManagement #PreventativeMaintenance Read more: https://ow.ly/eXsB50Ve39j

The EPA’s decision to send three California emissions waivers to Congress and the GAO has reignited debate over the Congressional Review Act. These waivers, originally granted under the Biden Administration, raise key legal and policy questions about the balance of federal and state regulatory power. Will this lead to broader changes in environmental policy? Read more: https://ow.ly/vn7150VbefV #EPA #CongressionalReviewAct #EnvironmentalPolicy #CleanAirAct

Important update for businesses: FinCEN has relaxed the Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR) deadline! While filings remain required, no fines or penalties will be issued for missed deadlines. By March 21, 2025, FinCEN plans to introduce an interim final rule to extend deadlines and seek public input on reducing small business burdens. A positive step toward balancing compliance and efficiency! Learn more: https://ow.ly/BTYE50VayrA

🚨 NYC’s Congestion Pricing Plan Faces a Major Roadblock 🚨 The Federal Highway Administration has officially revoked its approval of New York City's congestion pricing program, citing two key failures: ✅ No toll-free alternative routes, unlike other approved tolling programs. ✅ Funds directed to the MTA instead of solely addressing congestion. The trucking industry strongly opposed the plan, warning that rising operational costs would ultimately be passed to consumers. Now, the Metropolitan Transit Authority plans to challenge the decision. Is congestion pricing the right solution for urban traffic? Let’s discuss! 💬👇 Read more: https://ow.ly/Jf7J50V8HbG