COVID-19 Updates
See the latest information on COVID-19 from the Arizona Trucking Association.
Latest COVID-19 News
Arizona Expands COVID-19 Vaccination Eligibility To All
Arizonans Age 16 And Up Can Be Vaccinated At State Sites PHOENIX — Registration at Arizona’s state-operated COVID-19 vaccination sites in Maricopa, Pima and Yuma counties will be open to all…
Governor Ducey Announces Next Phase Of Business And Safety Protocols
Occupancy Limits Expire, Distancing And Mask Protocols Remain PHOENIX -- Governor Doug Ducey today announced the next phase of COVID-19 mitigation. With cases dropping in Arizona, and vaccine distribution underway,…
Arizona’s 2021 TDC Canceled
Dear Arizona Trucking Association Members: I am writing to let you know that the Arizona Trucking Association Truck Driving Championship, which was scheduled for April 17, 2021, has been canceled.…
Governor Ducey Extends [non-CDL] Driver License Expiration Dates and Defers Medical Card Renewals
PHOENIX — Governor Doug Ducey today issued an Executive Order deferring requirements to renew standard driver licenses that have an expiration date between March 1, 2020 and February 28, 2021 by one…
U.S. Department of Transportation Takes Action to Assist America’s Truckers in the Efficient and Safe Distribution of COVID-19 Vaccines
Thursday, December 3, 2020 WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued an extended and expanded national emergency declaration to provide hours-of-service regulatory relief…
Governor Ducey Issues Executive Order Delaying Expiration Of Driver Licenses
NOTE FROM ATA: This executive order does not apply to Commercial Drivers Licenses (CDL). If your CLD expired anytime between March 1, 2020 and September 1, 2020 you have a…
Extension and Modification of the Modified Expanded Emergency Declaration No. 2020-002 Under 49 CFR § 390.25 (August 11, 2020)
Extension of the Modified Expanded Emergency Declaration 2020-002 - 08-11-2020.pdf Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration August 11, 2020 EXTENSION AND MODIFICATION OF THE MODIFIED EXPANDEDEMERGENCY DECLARATION No. 2020-002UNDER 49 CFR…
Governor Ducey Announces Enhanced COVID-19 Action Plan
PHOENIX — Following COVID-19 case increases and hospitalizations, Governor Doug Ducey today announced enhanced actions to contain the spread of the virus and protect Arizona’s most vulnerable residents. The announced actions…
FMCSA EMERGENCY DECLARATION EXTENDED TO JULY 14
Extension and Modification of Expanded Emergency Declaration No. 2020-002 Under 49 CFR § 390.25 Extension and Modification of Emergency Declaration 2020-002 - 06-04-2020 .pdf Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration June…
Webinar Replay: COVID 19 Workplace Testing
https://youtu.be/cGTNwKrCkUA As businesses begin to reopen, employees will need to feel you are doing everything possible to make the workplace physically safe for them. Not only do they expect it,…
CDC: What Long-haul Truck Drivers Need to Know about COVID-19
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness caused by a virus called SARS-CoV-2. Symptoms often include cough, shortness of breath, fever, chills, muscle pain, sore throat, or new loss…
ADOT extends raised truck weight limits for delivery of essentials
Eased limits for loads with critical supplies continuing through May PHOENIX – The Arizona Department of Transportation has extended higher weight limits for commercial trucks hauling critical supplies and goods…
Governor’s Executive Order Permits Food Trucks At ADOT Rest Areas
Arizona Continues Supporting Trucking Industry During COVID-19 Pandemic PHOENIX — To help the long-haul truckers keeping Arizonans supplied with food and essentials, Governor Doug Ducey today issued an Executive Order allowing…
New Mask Requirements Mandated in Several Maryland Counties and DC.
With no hearings and little notice, several Maryland counties and the District of Columbia have announced mandatory requirements for the use of face masks by both customers and employees at…
Expanded Emergency Declaration Under 49 CFR § 390.23 No. 2020-002 (Relating to COVID-19)
Wednesday, April 8, 2020 ExtensionofEmergencyDeclaration2020-002.pdf For the latest FMCSA information, declarations, and FAQs on COVID-19, visit: www.fmcsa.dot.gov/COVID-19 Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration April 8, 2020 Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration…
National Truck Driver Championship Canceled
American Trucking Associations announced that the NTDC will be canceled for 2020. Please see the letter from ATA President and CEO, Chris Spear. April 6, 2020 Dear Professional Truck Drivers,…
ADOT Eases Truck Weight Limits For Delivery Of Essential Supplies
Covers Shipments Of Medical Equipment, Safety Gear, Food, More PHOENIX — Governor Ducey and the Arizona Department of Transportation today took action to help ensure critical supplies and goods Arizonans rely on…
ADOT reopens two northern Arizona rest areas to support trucking
PHOENIX – The Arizona Department of Transportation has temporarily reopened two long-shuttered northern Arizona rest areas to support truckers hauling essentials during the current public health situation. The Parks Rest…
2020 Arizona Truck Driving Championship Canceled
Out of an abundance of caution the Arizona Trucking Association and the TDC Committee have decided to cancel the 2020 Arizona Truck Driving Championship. We do not make this decision…
Additional Information about Paycheck Protection Program
Please find below additional information and links to resources about the Paycheck Protection Program provided by the U.S. Department of Treasury. U.S. Department of Treasury: Assistance for Small Business…
NFIB WEBINAR COVID-19 Part IV: How to Apply for a Coronavirus Small Business Loan
NFIB WEBINAR: Friday, April 3rd at 12pm ET NFIB will host its fourth COVID-19 webinar on Friday, April 3, 2020, at 12 pm ET, which will focus exclusively on small business…
Urgent Alert Regarding Paycheck Protection Program
By NFIB Starting this Friday, April 3, 2020, small businesses and sole proprietors can apply for a loan through the Paycheck Protection Program. The Department of the Treasury is advising…
“Phase Three” COVID-19 Legislation: Keys for Motor Carriers
From the American Trucking Associations Last week, President Trump signed into law the biggest economic recovery package in American history, marking the third phase of emergency relief legislation Congress has…
NFIB Coronavirus Part III: Financial Resources and Updates for Small Business
On Monday, March 31, 2020, NFIB hosted a webinar walking business owners and employers through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act stimulus bill, which will provide small…
New Executive Order: “Stay Home, Stay Healthy, Stay Connected”
News Release PHOENIX — “Stay home, Stay healthy, Stay connected” – that’s what the state is asking of fellow Arizonans in the continued effort to slow the spread of COVID-19.The latest Executive…
ATA TO THANK TRUCKERS BY GIVING AWAY 500 FREE LUNCHES TO TRUCK DRIVERS ON I-10
#thankatrucker #essentialforAZ During this national pandemic, truck drivers continue to do their job by selflessly delivering food, supplies, and medicine throughout Arizona and America. Due to restaurant closures and limited…
ADOT News: Water line repairs require portable facilities this week at Sunset Point
Water line repairs require portable facilities this week at Sunset Point Restrooms closed April 1-3, with portable toilets, handwashing available PHOENIX – Urgently needed repairs to the main water line…
FMCSA COVID-19 Drug & Alcohol Testing Guidance
FMCSA COVID-19 Drug_&_Alcohol_Testing_Guidance.pdf DISRUPTIONS TO DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 (COVID-19) PRESIDENTIALLY DECLARED NATIONAL EMERGENCY[1] To help ensure the safety and well-being of everyone,…
Frequently Asked Questions Related to the FMCSA Emergency Declaration Part 2: 03/25/2020
Emergency Declaration FAQs - 032520.pdf Frequently Asked Questions Related to the FMCSA Emergency Declaration Part 2: 03/25/2020 Note: This guidance document does not have the force and effect of law…
New Research Designed to Quantify Trucking Impacts from COVID-19
Industry Survey Seeks Operating Impacts from Drivers, Fleets Minneapolis, MN – The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) and the Owner-Operator Independent Driver Association Foundation (OOIDA Foundation) are conducting a joint…
GPS Data Shows Critical Truck Deliveries Continue Despite COVID-19
Analysis of Data Finds Unprecedented Performance Year-Over-Year ATLANTA, GEORGIA - Today, the American Transportation Research Institute is releasing new data showing that trucks are continuing to move – in many…
Governor Ducey Announces Arizona Together Initiative, Linking Arizonans To Resources During COVID-19 Outbreak
PHOENIX — Governor Doug Ducey today launched the Arizona Together initiative to support Arizonans during the COVID-19 outbreak, connecting individuals and businesses to resources, raising money for community organizations and providing…
Enforcement Notice on Expiring CDLs 3.24.20
Enforcement Notice on Expiring CDLs 3.24.20.pdf U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE Washington, DC 20590 NOTICE OF ENFORCEMENT POLICY REGARDING Expiring Driver’s…
PHMSA Enforcement Policy Notice Regarding Hazardous Materials Training
Tuesday, March 24, 2020 PHMSA continues to monitor the effects the COVID-19 outbreak is having on regulated hazardous materials entities. As a result, PHMSA decided to temporarily halt enforcement actions against…
FMCSA CDL Waiver-3.24.20
FMCSA CDL Waiver-3.24.20.pdf U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE Washington, DC 20590 Waiver in Response to the COVID-19 Emergency – For States,…
Governor Ducey Issues Executive Order Detailing “Essential Services”
Order Provides Clarity And Certainty For Business Owners, Workers PHOENIX — Governor Doug Ducey today issued an executive order clarifying businesses and operations deemed “essential” by the state and providing certainty to…
Virginia Governor Orders Statewide Closure of Certain Non-Essential Businesses
In addition to announcing that Virginia schools would be closed for the rest of this academic year, Governor Northam today issued a statewide order that closes certain non-essential businesses and…
Illinois’ stay at home executive order
On Friday, March 20, Governor JB Pritzker issued a “Stay at Home” Executive Order for Illinois residents. The order takes effect at 5PM on Saturday, March 21 and is effective…
Frequently Asked Questions Related to the FMCSA Emergency Declaration 03/19/2020
By FMCSA FMCSA Emergency Declaration FAQ 3-19-20.pdf Are loads that include supplies related to direct assistance under the emergency declaration mixed with other, un-related materials covered under the declaration? Generally,…
Governor Ducey Announces Latest COVID-19 Actions
Executive Order: Limiting In-Person Motor Vehicle Division Visits For Driver License Renewals PHOENIX — Governor Doug Ducey today announced additional mitigation strategies to combat the spread of COVID-19 in Arizona. “We…
ALL NON-LIFE-SUSTAINING BUSINESSES IN PENNSYLVANIA TO CLOSE PHYSICAL LOCATIONS AS OF 8 PM TODAY TO SLOW SPREAD OF COVID-19
Gov. Wolf's order is here.A video statement from Gov. Wolf is here.Sec. of Health's order is here.A list of life-sustaining businesses is here.Trucking is included on list of life sustaining businesses as…
CISA Releases Guidance on Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers During COVID-19
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Office of Intergovernmental Affairs Please see the announcement below from Christopher Krebs, Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), regarding the Identification of Essential Critical Infrastructure…
Executive Order on Prioritizing and Allocating Health and Medical Resources to Respond to the Spread of Covid-19
EXECUTIVE ORDER - - - - - - - PRIORITIZING AND ALLOCATING HEALTH AND MEDICAL RESOURCES TO RESPOND TO THE SPREAD OF COVID-19 By the authority vested in me…
Keep Calm and Keep on Trucking
By Chris Spear President & CEO American Trucking Associations March 18, 2020 The coronavirus pandemic invokes fear. That’s understandable. We’re confronted with a novel virus that represents a serious threat…
VIDEO: Governor Ducey, Statewide Leaders, Medical Professionals Share Updates On Arizona’s COVID-19 Response
Governor Doug Ducey and Arizona Department of Health Services Director Dr. Cara Christ today provided updates on Arizona’s response to COVID-19. Earlier in the day, the governor released a statement related to…
Update on Administration Efforts on COVID-19, 03/16/20
This afternoon, President Trump and the White House Coronavirus Task Force issued new guidelines to help protect Americans during the global Coronavirus outbreak. The new recommendations are simple to follow and could…
Emergency Declaration Under 49 CFR § 390.23 No. 2020-002
Dear ATA Members: The FMCSA has issued the following emergency declaration. For up-to-date information, visit: https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/emergency-declarations Tony ========== FMCSA Emergency Declaration 3.13.20.pdf Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration March 13, 2020…
ATA Special: COVID-19 Update. FMCSA Emergency Declaration Pending
Dear Arizona Trucking Association Members: It is our understanding that after the President’s address earlier today, that FMCSA will be issuing and emergency declaration that will extend Hours of Service.…