Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association

The Build America 250 Act (Highway Bill) is more than legislation. It’s proof that when truckers stand together, our voices are heard. Seeing key priorities reflected in this bill is a monumental step forward for the industry. This is the most pro-trucker Highway Bill we have seen in years. The work isn’t finished, but this moment matters. And we’re proud to have helped push the conversation forward for the people who keep America moving. Learn more landline.media/ooida-calls-bu…

As we head into Memorial Day weekend, OOIDA honors and remembers the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. 🇺🇸 While many gather with family and friends this weekend, we encourage everyone to take a moment to reflect on the sacrifices that made our freedoms possible. From America’s highways to hometowns across the country, we remember and we are grateful.🚛

Today was a great first step in the fight to get the most pro-trucker highway bill in recent history across the finish line. 🏁 We are so grateful for every member who called their lawmakers and helped make our voices heard! We have a long road ahead of us but with this first step we are on our way! 🚛🇺🇸

OOIDA got MAJOR wins in the highway bill: ✅$750 million for parking ✅Guaranteed restroom access ✅Ban on predatory lease agreements That’s why we endorse the BUILD America 250 Act. 🇺🇸Thanks @transportGOP @transportDems @RepSamGraves @RepRickLarsen @RepDavidRouzer and @EleanorNorton!

Truckers should never have to ‘hold it’ because they aren’t allowed to use the restroom. It’s a matter of basic dignity. 🚛🚻 For months, OOIDA worked with @RepHoulahan and @RepTroyNehls to get restroom access into the new highway bill. THANK YOU for listening to our members! 👏🙌

🚛❌ Secretary Duffy on getting ILLEGAL TRUCKERS OFF AMERICA’S ROADWAYS: “The issues we’ve had with commercial driver’s licenses is a nationwide problem… there’s not a difference between a Democrat state and a Republican state… they were giving CDLs to people who were illegal... we’ve now modified the rules… these should be the best drivers on the road.”

Fraud is running rampant in our industry and must be met with the full force of the law. ⚖️ OOIDA fought for tools in the highway bill to crack down on criminals who pose a risk to highway safety. Thank you @eleanornorton and @repezell for getting these provisions included! 👏

🚛 As @60Minutes shared, drivers are getting kicked to the curb by lease to own schemes that promise ownership and deliver nothing. Alongside @RepBrownley, OOIDA fought to end these predatory scams in the highway bill! 👏📜

Having a safe place to park and rest is one of our members’ top concerns.🅿️ Unfortunately, there’s only 1 parking spot for every 11 trucks. Thanks to @RepBost and @RepAngieCraig, that’s going to change. OOIDA helped secure $750 million in this year’s highway bill for parking.💪🇺🇸

@voiceofshippers, instead of spending hundreds of thousands of dollars on TV ads to push for unsafe weight limit increases, your members should consider spending some of that money on driver pay. Truckers are essential to the supply chain! Start paying them like it! 🚛💰

Another highway bill is on the way, which means the foreseeable future of trucking is at stake. Senior Editor Mark Schremmer breaks down what's inside the more than 1,000-page bill. #trucking #highwaybill #truckparking #transportation #congress

FRAUDSTERS can run, but they CAN’T DRIVE 🚫🚛 washingtonexaminer.com/policy/infrast…

You know what’s really stuck in the 1980s? Truck driver pay.💰🚛And by your member’s own admission in Congress, raising weight limits won’t help drivers at all—only your bottom line. bit.ly/3PO0JHz Weight limits aren’t arbitrary. They’re designed to keep our highways safe.🛣️Thanks @RepMikeCollins for exposing this nonsense from @voiceofshippers. @TransportGOP @TransportDems @NoBiggerTrucks

🚛 BROKER BREAKDOWN: PT. 4 🚛 As conversations continue across the industry around safety, fraud and accountability, many truckers are asking whether everybody involved in moving freight is being held to the same standard. OOIDA has long supported stronger transparency, safer highways and responsible business practices throughout the supply chain. That includes making sure FMCSA, DOT, brokers, carriers and everyone involved in moving freight are doing their part. Hear more from EVP, Lewie Pugh on why these conversations matter and why accountability across the industry will be important moving forward.

I thank the @Teamsters, @OOIDA, @TRUCKINGdotORG, @TCANews, @TruckSafetyOrg, @atutruckers, @TankTruckAssoc, and @tianetdotorg for rallying behind my SAFE Act to crack down on chameleon carriers.  Read their full letter to @TransportGOP and @TransportDems in @DailyCaller below 👇 dailycaller.com/2026/05/14/tru…

It was an honor kicking off the first ever Congressional Trucking Caucus with an inaugural reception! Generating $906 billion in revenue in 2024, the trucking industry employs about 8.4 million Americans through over 580,000 motor carriers. I was proud to co-found this caucus to create a forum for lawmakers to discuss challenges that face this industry, ensure safety on the road, and keep American families, industries, and supply chains moving forward. Thanks to @TRUCKINGdotORG and @OOIDA for joining. I’m looking forward to working with industry leaders like them and my colleagues in Congress to make American roads safe again!