We’re excited to announce the launch of a brand-new benefit for LMTA members — the LMTA Association Sponsored Health Plan, powered by USI Insurance Services.

This exclusive program was designed to help our members take control of one of the biggest challenges facing trucking companies today: the rising cost of employee health coverage. By joining together under one plan, LMTA members can now access lower costs, greater transparency, and trucking-specific health and wellness benefits — all while maintaining the flexibility and control you need as an employer.

Program Highlights:

• Exclusive to LMTA members

• Lower costs + better benefits through collective purchasing power

• Employer-sponsored group health insurance built for trucking

• Greater plan transparency and more control over your benefits

• Wellness and care programs tailored to drivers

• Powered by USI for expert guidance and support every step of the way

This new health plan gives trucking employers the tools to reduce costs, enhance employee benefits, and improve long-term financial stability — all while keeping more value within our industry and association.

If you are interested in the plan, contact Jason Roussell with USI Insurance Services at jason.roussell@usi.com. For any other questions, contact Renee Amar at renee@lmta.la.

Together, we’re helping LMTA members build stronger businesses — and healthier teams.

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Join the LMTA Foundation for an essential Compliance Seminar in the Baton Rouge area, designed to help trucking professionals navigate the complexities of federal and state regulations. This half-day seminar will provide insights into compliance requirements, safety best practices, and regulatory updates affecting motor carriers operating in Louisiana.

This seminar is an excellent opportunity to stay ahead of regulatory changes, gain expert insights, and implement best practices that enhance compliance and safety within your operation. We encourage you to bring your regulatory questions for our expert to answer!

PLEASE NOTE: This is not a certification course, but an informational seminar aimed at improving understanding of compliance requirements and best practices in the industry.

This seminar is ideal for:

• Truck drivers
• Trucking company owners 
• Fleet managers & safety personnel
• Owner-operators
• Compliance officers & dispatchers

Other Seminar Locations:

• Mar 25: Compliance Seminar - Northshore

Attendees will gain practical knowledge on how to maintain compliance, avoid costly violations, and improve their safety scores. The event will also provide opportunities to engage with industry experts and peers to discuss real-world challenges and solutions

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Beginning in 2026, the LMTA Truck Driving Championships will move from a spring event to a summer schedule. The Championships will now be held at the Cajundome in Lafayette, providing a climate-controlled indoor venue that improves comfort, safety, and consistency for drivers, volunteers, and spectators.

Because the Championships are closely tied to several LMTA safety awards, this schedule change also affects application deadlines.

What’s Changing

• The Truck Driving Championships will move from spring to summer with the 2026 Truck Driving Championships being held Jun 19-20.

• The event will be hosted at the Cajundome (climate-controlled venue)

• Application timelines will shift from early in the year to the spring

Affected Awards

• Safety Professional of the Year

• Truck Driver of the Year

• Fleet Safety Awards

Historically, applications for these awards were due at the beginning of the year. Moving forward, applications will open and be due in the spring, aligning with the new summer Championship schedule.

Updates will first be available on the event's website: 2026 Trucking Driving Championships.

The room block at the venue closest to the Cajundome campus is now open! Rooms are expected to fill quickly, so we strongly encourage you to book as soon as possible.

This email serves as an early alert so your team can plan accordingly. Specific dates, application windows, and event details will be shared in upcoming LMTA communications.

If you have questions in the meantime, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

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The LMTA currently offers a variety of exclusive business partnerships and services to members of the association. Special member-only offers for our partners are listed below and can be found through your LMTA Info Hub under the "Resources" tab.

LMTA ASSOCIATION HEALTH PLAN

Exclusively for LMTA members, this group health insurance program helps trucking employers reduce costs and enhance employee benefits through collective purchasing power and risk sharing. Powered by USI, it offers greater transparency, trucking specific plan options and expert guidance giving employers improved control and drivers access to specialized care.

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LMTA & WEX CARD

The Louisiana Motor Transport Association (LMTA) is excited to announce a rewarding affinity program partnership with WEX and their MasterCard product. Whether you use a physical WEX MasterCard, a Ghost Card for recurring payments, a Virtual Card for one-time payments, or integrate WEX MasterCard to handle all electronic payments, you can help the LMTA earn valuable rebates.

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APP EMBARK

App Embark specializes in creating mobile apps for companies that allow employers to organize and communicate with their employees more efficiently and effectively. As part of our partnership with App Embark, LMTA members save $500 on the cost of the build fee!  

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TO LEARN MORE OR SCHEDULE A DEMO, SELECT THE LINK BELOW IN YOUR MEMBER PORTAL.

Please note: Since these are exclusive member only offers, you will be directed to log into your Info Hub to view the details.