Updates from Louisiana's Transportation Industry!

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2024 Annual Convention Highlights

We would like to thank all those attended our 2024 Annual Convention at The Grand Hotel in Point Clear, AL. A special thanks to our sponsors, exhibitors and attendees for making this year's convention one of our highest attended! 

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Photos from this year's convention are available online now! 

VIEW CONVENTION PHOTOS

 

Presentations as well as attendee lists are also available on the LMTA app! Please note that all convention information will be removed from the app on Wednesday August 7, 2024.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

THANK YOU TO OUR EXHIBITORS

 

Human Trafficking Prevention Event | August 27 

LMTA members and industry stakeholders are invited to attend a Human Trafficking prevention event, a Truckers Against Trafficking Coalition Build, hosted by The Monroe, Louisiana Coalition Build. The event will be held August 27, 2024 from 10:00 am-2:00 pm

 

Please join us for a half-day human trafficking awareness event that aims to bring together key stakeholders from the trucking, truck stop, bus, and energy industries with local, state, and federal law enforcement and government agencies. This collaborative effort seeks to close loopholes and enhance measures against human traffickers.

 

To attend, please register using the following link: https://forms.gle/ubntAU26e9BW8qRU7k

 

Use the link to below learn more about TAT Coalition Builds. 

 

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT TAT COALITION BUILDS

 

Bosses and Beers | November 5, 2024

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming TruckPAC Future Leaders Event "Bosses and Beers" that benefits TruckPAC. Come enjoy a beer and let's talk about how we should be recruiting our future leaders who will blaze trails for Louisiana’s trucking industry.

 

Your support and participation are crucial as we continue to shape the future of our industry. A $50 donation to TruckPAC is requested to attend this event. This contribution will pay for beer, pizza and directly support our efforts to advocate for and develop future leaders in the trucking industry. We hope you can join us for an evening of great conversation and networking.

 

Bosses and Beers

November 5, 2024

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Crying Eagle Brewery 
1165 East McNeese Street
Lake Charles, LA 70607 

 

This event is organized by TruckPAC, the Political Action Committee dedicated to supporting the interests of the trucking industry.

 

Board of Directors Meeting | November 6, 2024

We would like to inform you that a Board of Directors Meeting is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at 9:00 AM.

 

An agenda for the meeting will be sent to all members prior to the meeting date.

 

Explore New Exclusive Advertising Opportunities in Open Road Magazine

LMTA Members,

 

We are excited to announce new advertising opportunities with Innovative Publishing through Open Road Magazine. Innovative, a national leader in association publications, brings over 25 years of experience to our association. 

 

Open Road is a critical component of LMTA’s communications across the state. Our print and digital magazine provides vital information about products and services available while also promoting membership networking.

 

You can support our association’s ongoing work by taking advantage of new display advertising opportunities with Innovative. 

 

 

Their team will assist with ad placements and design, creating an Innovative solution for you. To inquire about advertising in the magazine, contact Innovative Publishing at 844-423-7272 or advertise@innovativepublishing.com.

 

Thank you for your continued support of Louisiana Motor Transport Association, and we look forward to driving the work we do together in Open Road!

 

CLICK HERE TO VIEW ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES AND RATES!

 

Explore Exclusive Advertising Options in the LMTA Membership Directory

E&M Consulting, Inc. is working on producing our Membership Directory. The publication will be available in both print and digital formats.  E&M is currently contacting all members about advertising opportunities available.  The publication will be mailed to every member – a great opportunity to promote and give your company additional exposure.

 

To view the ad rates/options and sign-up online, please visit:  https://reserveyourad.com/LAMTA/

 

If you have any questions or want to advertise, please contact an E&M sales associate at 800-572-0011 ext. 0104 or advertising@eandmsales.com.  As always, your support is greatly appreciated!

 

CLICK HERE TO VIEW ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES 

 
 

Current Emergency Declarations

All Emergency Declarations, Waivers, Exemptions and Permits

https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/emergency-declarations

 
 
 

Louisiana State Police Offer Safety and Compliance Services for Carriers and Drivers

Louisiana State Police (LSP) are offering safety and compliance services for carriers and professional drivers. This is a great opportunity for truckers and their drivers to understand what LSP are looking for on the highway. LSP will come to your facility and train your crew. Please note: this is not a class. Contact Brady Johnson at brady.johnson@la.gov if you would like LSP to perform one of these services for you. Services are provided across the state and are open to fleets of all sizes. No fleet is too big or too small!

 

Take advantage of the following services to improve safety and compliance:

  • Part A (CDL, medical certificates, clearinghouse, ELD/logbook violations , speeding/moving violations, required documents like proof of annual inspection)
  • Part B (mechanical violations, such as cargo securement, brake adjustment, tire violations, etc.)
  • Weight and Dimension Laws (Louisiana State Law only)
  • General HazMat (placarding, marking, labeling, shipping papers)
  • Cargo Tank Inspections (test date markings, rear end protection, required marking)
  • Other Bulk HazMat (IBCs, portable tanks, chlorine service)
  • Compliance Related Topics (Driver Qualification Files, Vehicle Maintenance Files, DOT Drug/Alcohol Testing , Clearinghouse, logbook record-keeping, etc.)
  • Mock Level 1 inspections for anyone who wants to see and question the LSP’s inspection process. 

 

Sgt. Brady Johnson

brady.johnson@la.gov

Louisiana State Police

Compliance Review Division 

CVE Training Coordinator 

 

LMTA Member Exclusive Affinity Programs

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.

 

SAMBASAFETY

Since 1998 SambaSafety has been mitigating driver risk for their clients. As part of our partnership with SambaSafety, LMTA members save $1,000 on system set-up fees! 

 

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!  

 

LMTA INSURANCE SERVICES- MENGEL FINANCIAL GROUP

Mengel Financial Group is committed to providing the best and most affordable Voluntary Employee Benefits based on employers’ specific needs. As part of our partnership with Mengel Financial Group, LMTA members are offered group benefits at no cost!  

 

DDS TRANSPORTATION CONSULTING, LLC

DDS Transportation Consulting, LLC helps maximize the efficiency of your Transportation Management Software System. As part of our partnership with DDS Transportation Consulting, LLC, you will receive a 10% discount on your consultation fees for the first 12 months after signing a contract! All members must state that you have an LMTA referral to receive this offer.

 

 

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.

 

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