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Can you give us a little more of the back story here? I'm a bit lost.

I sent a message on this very subject to FMCSA today : )

Wow, this is upsetting to hear. Lobbying in a rare talent and should not be taken for granted.

I am attempting to some more clarity from the FMCSA.

Good to know Wes.

Interesting. The legal standard is "commerce". FMCSA: Question 5: A driver used by a motor carrier operates a CMV to and from his/her residence out of State. Is this considered interstate commerce? Guidance: If the driver is operating a CMV at the direction of the motor carrier, it is...

Yes and no. Register the ownership as an LLC in a MV friendly state. The LLC gives you use of said truck in it's bylaws. This also can limit your liability. Registering your vehicle in your name in another state to avoid paying taxes is fraud...

I left Michigan a long time ago. Best move EVER. J. Granholm sold the state out. The MVPA has not been as aggressive as it should. I doubt they have the funds. Let me put it short and sweet. If all of us stick together, we have a chance. Even financially. Even Canada and European countries are...

Whichever route is taken, we need to get organized.

Yes, I have been looking at what legal standards to temporary, preliminary, or perm. one. Because this involves Federal and State Law, and may require expert opinion, it would be best to form a National Coalition with legal representation which represents the needs of ALL MV owners and drivers...

May I suggest that a new organization that represents the legal needs of MV owners needs to be formed. Under the guises of providing information to the general public and legislator about these vehicles. A lobbyist MV hobbiest would be great!

Actually I have done a fair amount of research on where this movement is coming from. It stems from the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators. Canadian Administrator are members too. Some, but not all, state MVAs get together to discuss issues facing MVA's. Most recently they have...