OOIDA recently updated FightingForTruckers.com, making it easier than ever to reach out to your lawmakers.
No need to re-register or sign up again—simply input your contact details and send your messages, just like before. Alongside a new design, the updated site offers improved access to resources and information on critical industry issues. OOIDA recently issued a Call to Action nationwide, highlighting the enhancements to the website.
“It’s really designed to make it simple for drivers on the road to contact their lawmakers through the different Calls to Action and campaigns,” said Jay Grimes, OOIDA’s director of federal affairs. “What we’ve posted on the website are the critical issues in legislation that we are either supporting or opposing and want to get the word out. We want to make sure lawmakers know where small-business truckers stand on important trucking legislation.”
The timing of the FightersForTruckers.com update couldn’t be more crucial, given the pressing issues confronting the trucking sector.
“Right now, we’re focusing on speed limiters, improving truck parking, restroom access and fighting back against broker fraud,” Grimes said. “We’ve really got some great information on the new website.”
Key features of the updated FightingForTruckers.com include:
- Direct access to the three most urgent Calls to Action on the homepage
- A dedicated section to register for Calls to Action and stay connected
- A comprehensive “trucking policy” page featuring OOIDA’s national Calls to Action
- A breakdown of trucking-related legislation introduced in Congress, alongside OOIDA’s stance
- Essential guidance on reaching out to lawmakers and identifying elected officials with the relaunch of FightingForTruckers.com, OOIDA emphasizes the indispensable role members play in shaping industry policies and decisions.
“I think our greatest strength is in our numbers and in our unity,” Grimes said. “We’ve got 150,000 members out there and at least a few in each congressional district. That really helps making the case to those offices. When they hear from drivers out on the road, it really makes a difference to those folks in Washington. Frankly, and unfortunately, not a whole lot of elected officials know too much about the trucking industry. The phone calls and letters add up and give lawmakers a better understanding of what the trucking issues are all about.”
Source: Land Line
