Michigan Trucking Association
MTA is smart business. As a statewide, full-service trade association, Michigan Trucking Association has promoted the interests of Michigan motors carriers since 1934.
National Regulatory Directives/Guidance
Drivers & Licensing
- FMCSA extends waiver of certain regulations for CDL, CLP and interstate drivers until September 30
- FMCSA launches new web page about Training Provider Registry and Entry-Level Driver Training Program
- CDL skills test examiners now also allowed to administer CDL knowledge test without completing training
- Emergency declarations, waivers, exemptions and permits for all states
Hours of Service
- FMCSA extends hours of service exemption through August 14
- FMCSA issues hours-of-service guidance for threatening situations
Drug & Alcohol
Hazardous Materials
Homeland Security
- TSA PreCheck expanded for TWIC, HME holders
- TSA extends TWICs that expired on or after March 1, 2020 until July 31
Taxes, Registrations & Fees
Border Crossing
- Non-essential travel restrictions extended at U.S.-Canada, Mexico borders through August 21
- U.S. truckers must wear face coverings to cross border, says Canada
Other
Michigan Regulatory Directives/Guidance
Executive Orders
- Starting July 13, masks must be worn in all Michigan indoor public areas unless otherwise excluded
- Use of e-signatures, remote notarization extended through August 31
- Executive orders to date
- Michigan Safe Start Program
Secretary of State
- Michigan driver’s licenses, vehicle registrations expiring on or after February 1 valid through September 30
- Secretary of State is no longer accepting emergency appointment requests; click here for appointment (when prompted, select “schedule same day appointment.” The best times to check are around 9:00 am and 1:00 pm)
Unemployment
- Executive order extends unemployment until end of declared state of emergency
- Michigan’s Work Share program allows employers to bring employees back with reduced hours while they collect partial unemployment
Other
Employer Economic & Other Guidance
Payroll Protection Program-Small Business Administration
- Payroll Protection Program extended until August 8
- Payroll Protection Program application form (revised 6/12/20)
- Payroll Protection Program Flexibility Act passed June 5
- Payroll Protection Program FAQs
- COVID-19 Relief Funding Options
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Taxes & Fees
- Federal excise tax on heavy trucks considered in next federal relief bill
- Some IRS offices reopening to the public
- Current IRS operations
- IRS Coronavirus and Economic Impact Payments: Resources and Guidance
- Summary of employer tax and leave credits
- Treasury Modifies Employee Retention Tax Credit Eligibility for Employers Providing Health Benefits for Furloughed Employees
- Deferral of employment tax deposits and payments through December 31
- IRS provides tax relief through increased flexibility for taxpayers in section 125 cafeteria plans
Other
MTA News & Resources
- Call 517-321-1951 or email info@mitrucking.org to purchase compliance products or for other assistance.
- COVID-19 compliance products
- Most popular MTA compliance products.
- FREE non-medical cloth masks for drivers through USDOT/FMCSA; contact MTA at 517-321-1951 or info@mitrucking.org
- MTA helps make dreams come true; Detroit Chapter E&M donates $10,000 to children’s charity
- Regulatory and Compliance Questions Assistance
Contact MTA
1131 Centennial Way, Lansing, MI 48917
Phone: (517) 321-1951 | Fax: (517) 321-0884
Email: General Information
Join MTA
Call (517) 321-1951 to become a member. Dues are determined by categories: For-Hire Motor Carrier, Private Carrier, Associate, or Owner / Operator.