Motorcoach Companies Helping Communities Devastated by Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene has left widespread destruction, impacting thousands of families and communities along the Atlantic Coast. Now, more than ever, our efforts can make a difference. Several motorcoach companies are stepping up to provide essential support, supplies, and aid to help these communities recover. Join us in this relief effort by donating or volunteering.

How You Can Help

You can get involved in the following ways:

  • Monetary Donations: Financial contributions go directly toward providing essentials like food, water, and shelter for those affected. You can donate directly to local relief organizations.
  • Supply Donations: Essential items like bottled water, canned goods, hygiene products, blankets, and first aid supplies are urgently needed. Find local drop-off points where you can bring these much-needed supplies.
  • Volunteer: Consider volunteering your time to help distribute supplies or assist with rebuilding efforts. Local organizations and motorcoach companies are organizing efforts to transport volunteers and supplies to the affected areas.

 

Advocacy News

Relief Extended for License Delays due to COVID Disruptions

  • December 29, 2020
  • 1-min read

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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has extended the waiver of commercial drivers’ licenses, learners permits, and medical certificate requirements that was set to expire on Dec. 31. This waiver becomes effective on Jan. 1, 2021 and expires on Feb. 28, 2021. States must individually authorize the extensions. 

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Other COVID-19 related exemptions and waivers from FMCSA dated Dec. 15:

NOTICE OF ENFORCEMENT DISCRETION DETERMINATION

Two-Month Waiver in Response to the COVID-19 Emergency –For States and CLP Holders Operating Commercial Motor Vehicles (12/15)

Waiver for States Concerning Third Party CDL Skills Test Examiners (12/15)

Waiver in Response to the COVID-19 National Emergency –For States, CDL Holders, CLP Holders, and Interstate Drivers (12/15)

 

For more COVD-19 announcements from FMCSA, click here.

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