Nationwide strike urged over trucking regulations and taxes
Independent truckers warn that Federal and state rules plus high fuel costs squeeze viability. Industry sources report shortages in California, Florida and Texas during peak harvests. Drivers complain regulators are archaic and restrict backhauls while exemptions and fines hinder produce haulers.
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