On November 15, 2021, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) of 2021 was signed into law by President Biden. The IIJA contained a provision of law impacting the current agricultural exemption afforded to motor carriers and drivers who transport agricultural commodities. Specifically, the change added language extending the current Hours of Service (HOS) exemption […]
Cross Border Travel – Vaccination Status
October 19, 2021Maine Motor Transport Association has received several calls regarding travelling to Canada and having to require proof of vaccination status as a professional truck driver (essential worker). The United States and Canada have recently made announcements regarding the re-opening of the border for non-essential travel and have updated requirements for essential travelers, prompting the calls. […]
Commercial drivers entering New Brunswick
September 22, 2021Source: Gallagher Insurance Commercial drivers need not register to enter New Brunswick nor do they need to offer proof of vaccination. Registration and proof of vaccination before entering the Province 5(1) Subject to subsection (2), before entering the Province, an eligible person who is a resident of the Province, resident of any province or territory […]