BATON ROUGE, La., Tuesday, August 20 - 

The Louisiana Motor Transport Association (LMTA) presented its first annual Road Warrior Awards Monday evening in Shreveport, La. This year’s winners include Rep. Michael Melerine (District 6) and Sen. Alan Seabaugh (District 31), both representing the Shreveport area. The award aims to highlight lawmakers who demonstrate exemplary commitment and leadership in their respective legislative bodies, focusing on issues facing the state’s trucking industry.

Rep. Michael Melerine (District 6) was selected as the Road Warrior for the state House of Representatives by the LMTA for his leadership during the legislative session. In her speech, Renee Amar, Executive Director of the LMTA noted, “He’s thoughtful, smart and tenacious. Even as a freshman lawmaker, his leadership was noticeable from the first few weeks of session. Rep. Melerine is a team player and a steadfast fighter, a trait that truckers deeply value. We know that when the chips are down, he will always have our back. He by far was our biggest champion in the House of Representatives this year and we are eternally grateful that he has committed to the sacrifice of public service.”

The freshman lawmaker was honored alongside Sen. Alan Seabaugh for his support in the state Senate. Amar said, “in the Senate-the politics are just different. And I’m very grateful that Sen. Seabaugh understands the difference and how to steer through those rough seas while remaining true to our priorities and his principles. I’ve known him for quite some time, and he has always fought hard for us and fought hard for the people in his district.”

Amar added, “Rep. Melerine and Sen. Seabaugh have both worked tirelessly this year to help level the playing field for truckers in the legal arena. Whether it be the state House of Representatives or the Senate, our industry had a strong advocate in their corner with these two men.”

The 2024 Road Warrior Awards were presented at the Margaritaville Resort in Bossier City, Monday August 19 at 5:00 pm as part of a reception honoring local lawmakers.

About the Louisiana Motor Transport Association

Founded in 1939, LMTA represents trucking and related industry companies throughout the state and the nation. The association’s membership includes every type of motor carrier in Louisiana. The LMTA is the largest transportation trade organization in the State of Louisiana, as well as an officially recognized affiliate of the American Trucking Associations, Inc. in Washington, D.C. To learn more about the association, visit www.lmta.la.