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FMCSA Issues Guidance for Drug Testing During Emergency
Federal trucking regulators have issued “reasonable flexibility” guidance for motor carriers and drivers to follow for drug and alcohol testing during the COVID-19 emergency.
Pelosi Says Infrastructure Talks with Mnuchin are Accelerating for Phase 4 Package
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said talks between Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and Ways and Means Chairman Richard Neal (D-MA) on funding for infrastructure are accelerating. Pelosi told reporters Thursday that she spoke with Mnuchin the previous night about implementing last week’s coronavirus stimulus bill quickly and looking ahead to the next legislation, which could include infrastructure spending. On Wednesday, Pelosi and other Democratic leaders said the next coronavirus stimulus bill should include at least $760 billion for water projects, broadband and transportation, as well as additional support for community health centers, education and housing to strengthen U.S. infrastructure and the economy. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) stated that Pelosi’s comments about a “Phase 4” coronavirus response measure were “premature.”
Legislative Positions
There are always issues that are very important to our industries, where we must be proactive in our approach. We have developed the following position statements to educate lawmakers, which concisely explain our views on these issues.
Safety & Environment
Our industry’s main focus is on safety as well as the environment.
Highway Funding
While it is critical to appropriately fund our highway system, WVTA believes we need to analyze where the dollars are going and determine how they can be spent more efficiently.
Economic and Jobs Development
Build and sustain a business competitive environment.
Fiscal Responsibility
State government maintain prudent budgeting.
Responsible Government
We would like to see prudence, integrity and transparency in government.
Education
Have a responsible and work-ready workforce.
Legal Reform
Continued legal reform in needed in WV.
