PMTA Gets
PMTA has a decades-long history cultivating a well-respected reputation in Harrisburg advocating for the trucking industry. PMTA leadership monitors legislation that will affect our members and works with government agencies including the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and more. As an affiliate of the American Trucking Associations, PMTA monitors issues affecting the industry nationally and in other states.
- Truck Parking Expansion:
Secured commitments for 1,800 new truck parking spaces along PennDOT and Pennsylvania Turnpike corridors — marking the first coordinated statewide expansion in decades. Collaborated with lawmakers to introduce HB 709, the nation’s first bill offering tax credits to private businesses that provide free truck parking. - Lawsuit Abuse Reform Initiative:
Established the Lawsuit Abuse Reform Subcommittee to educate members and lead advocacy efforts for judicial and legislative reforms that protect Pennsylvania carriers from predatory litigation. - National Recognition for Safety Excellence:
Earned the Magna Cum Laude distinction at ATA’s Safety, Security, and Human Resources National Conference, recognizing PMTA’s outstanding safety programming and industry leadership. - Call on Washington Advocacy Impact:
Elevated trucking’s priorities in both Washington, D.C. and across Pennsylvania through a congressional terminal visit, five legislative events, and meetings with representatives from 17 congressional offices during PMTA’s annual Call on Washington. - TruckPAC Growth and Engagement:
Hosted a successful TruckPAC fundraiser featuring Governor Tom Ridge, strengthening PMTA’s advocacy network and expanding grassroots political engagement statewide. - Strategic Staffing and Communications Expansion:
Welcomed two key hires — a Director of Safety and Education and a Director of Communications — to lead a revitalized safety program and communications strategy, enhancing engagement to support continued membership growth. - “Safety Sensitive” Newsletter Launch:
Introduced a biweekly safety newsletter delivering timely updates on compliance, training, and best practices — keeping members informed, engaged, and proactive about safety. - Wreaths Across America Innovation Award:
Honored with the 2024 Wreaths Across America State Trucking Association Innovation Award for creative fundraising and exceptional chapter engagement in honoring veterans. - National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW):
Hosted 11 total events across the state in partnership with the PA Turnpike, PennDOT, and Sheetz, recognizing hundreds of professional drivers during Spring and Fall Truck Driver Appreciation celebrations. - Federal and State Emission Policy Wins:
Achieved a major federal victory on CARB emissions policy and championed SB 1348 in Pennsylvania, the nation’s first bill providing grants to carriers retiring older trucks for newer, cleaner models — a step toward sensible, achievable emission standards.