Dualing EOBR Measures: The FMCSA sends its EOBR Rule to the DOT

There is an EOBR provision in the latest highway funding bill before in the House. But now we have more news. Remember that EOBR rule from 2007 that was in the Bush White House ONB for review? The Bush administration withdrew that regulation to let the incoming Obama administration properly vet the regulation. They have, and now it is going before the DOT. If approved by the DOT, it will go before the White House Office of Management and Budget again for a final review.

Ferro's Confirmation Hearing

Anne Ferro, President Obama's choice to head the FMCSA, is going through confirmation hearings. While she will likely be confirmed, some believe she will continue policies of the previous administration.

The hearing included several minutes of intense questioning of Ferro concerning Hours of Service and electronic on-board recorders by Sen. Frank Lautenberg, D.-N.J.

Lautenberg asked Ferro to list her top three priorities should she be confirmed.

She listed them as:

• Working within the FMCSA to identify best practices to tackle the issue of driver fatigue.

• Placing a top priority on examining the impact of the current HOS rule and identify areas where gains could be made to advance safety.

• Examining the EOBR issue with the express intent of how the tool can be used to, among other things, help officers with roadside enforcement of HOS.

Long Haul Drivers' Survey

Everything you've ever wanted to know, from the best truck stop chains to the most scenic highways. Some surprises are buried in there this year, such as CB radio and smart phone use.