Trucking activity in the U.S. climbed slightly in November, but shipments remain at low levels, according to American Trucking Associations.
December 23, 2025ATA News Updates
Stay informed with the latest ATA transportation news, covering key developments shaping the trucking and freight industry. This category features updates from the American Trucking Associations, including policy initiatives, regulatory changes, industry insights and leadership perspectives. Explore reporting that highlights the issues influencing carriers, drivers and supply chain stakeholders nationwide, offering context and analysis to help readers navigate the evolving landscape of commercial transportation.
Senior Republicans Oppose Trump鈥檚 Cannabis Order
A group of House Republicans is urging President Trump to think twice about reclassifying marijuana as a less severe drug, pointing to potential harm to the nation鈥檚 children and young adults.
December 22, 2025Trump Orders Move to Ease Federal Cannabis Restrictions
President Donald Trump on Dec. 18 signed an executive order directing his administration to move cannabis into a less restrictive federal category, a shift ATA has long been wary of.
December 18, 2025Spear Voices Support for Cargo Theft Bill
The pending legislation would establish an Organized Retail and Supply Chain Crime Coordination Center at the Department of 91视频land Security. It awaits congressional approval.
December 18, 2025States Push Unified Plan to Curb Trucking Fraud, Abuses
A group of state trucking associations has released an action plan identifying seven areas bad actors exploit in the industry with solutions to eliminate fraud and illegal operators.
December 10, 2025Truck Tonnage Slips 2.1% Sequentially During October
Freight tonnage continued to slow sequentially in October, reaching its lowest level since the start of the year, American Trucking Associations reported Nov. 18.
November 20, 2025EPA to Proceed With 2027 NOx Rules Timeline
鈥淲e are encouraged by several proposed adjustments that should help lower costs and ease implementation,鈥 ATA Vice President of Energy and Environmental Affairs Patrick Kelly said.
November 19, 2025Perspective: Safety Requires Rooting Out CDL Mills
A growing number of bad actors are posing as truck driver training schools, and the White House should be commended for taking this issue seriously, write Andrew Poliakoff and Chris Spear.
November 17, 2025Groendyke鈥檚 Hodgen Installed as 81st ATA Chairman
Calling trucking a 鈥渘oble profession鈥 he鈥檚 proud to serve, Greg Hodgen of Groendyke Transport was elected the 81st chairman of American Trucking Associations on Oct. 28.
October 28, 2025Groendyke鈥檚 Greg Hodgen Aims to Be Trucking鈥檚 Superhero
Groendyke Transport CEO Greg Hodgen on Oct. 28 became the 81st chairman of American Trucking Associations. He wants to spotlight the environmental and safety gains trucking has made.
October 28, 2025