Rocky Mount Telegram Says N.C. Should Turn Focus Away from Tolls
The Rocky Mount Telegram last week said that North Carolina should focus on alternative ideas for funding road construction instead of tolling Interstate 95.
04-22-2013
North Carolina Anti-Tolling Legislation Introduced
Last week, two bills were introduced in the North Carolina General Assembly to prohibit tolling on Interstate 95.
03-11-2013
N.C. I-95 Tolling Plan Loses Steam
North Carolina’s plan to toll Interstate 95 is losing steam as state leaders instead focus on a 25-year comprehensive study of the state’s transportation needs.
03-04-2013
Virginia Transportation Legislation A Victory for NATSO, ATA and Tolling Opponents
The Virginia General Assembly on Saturday approved landmark transportation legislation, which includes a provision to require legislative approval on tolls on I-95 south of Fredericksburg, a major victory for NATSO, the American Trucking Associations and
02-25-2013
As Legislatures Convene, Tolling Remains Under Consideration Despite Opposition
As state legislative sessions opened up last week, tolling continues to be an issue in several states despite widespread opposition.
01-14-2013
NATSO Members Lead The Fight Against Tolls
Two NATSO members are spearheading grassroots campaigns in their home states of Virginia and North Carolina, drawing attention to the effect tolls on I-95 will have on drivers, highway-based businesses and the communities in which they operate.
01-01-2013
Tolling, Commercialization, Swipe Fees: NATSO Responds to Challenges in 2012
If there was ever a year when NATSO was challenged on all of its major issues, it was 2012. NATSO’s top issues–rest area commercialization, tolling and credit card swipe fees–were all in play throughout the year, with a big test early in the year on the rest area commercialization issue. And though we passed the test, there is always more to be done. But NATSO moves into 2013 with optimism and momentum in a positive direction, committed to continue protecting the interests of Interstate-based businesses.
12-24-2012
Election 2012 Recap
Despite the balance of power remaining the same, there will be some changes within House and Senate Committees that are relevant to NATSO.
11-12-2012
DOT Releases $4 M to North Carolina for Road Repair
Federal officials are releasing $4 million in emergency funds to North Carolina to help repair roads damaged by Superstorm Sandy.
11-05-2012
EPA, FMCSA Issue Waivers for Reformulated Gas, Non-Road ULSD and Hours of Service
EPA in consultation with the U.S. Department of Energy has issued a waiver for reformulated gasoline (RFG) in 16 states and the District of Columbia to prevent disruptions of the supply of RFG in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.
11-01-2012
North Carolina, Virginia Continue Heated Debate on Tolling
WTVR, CBS 6 in Richmond is asking readers to weigh in on whether they support tolls on I-95 with an online poll.
10-29-2012