Washington – Today, American Trucking Associations President and CEO Chris Spear released the following statement on the nomination of Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer to be U.S. Labor Secretary:
“We look forward to a thorough vetting and confirmation process for Lori Chavez-DeRemer, particularly on her past positions in Congress on the PRO Act and independent contractors. These anti-trucking policies undermine our essential workforce, threaten the right of independent truckers to choose their own career path, and impede the efficiency of the supply chain. The 8.5 million men and women who work in our industry are the heartbeat of the nation, and we reserve our support for Chavez-DeRemer's nomination until we receive greater clarity from her on these issues that are so vital to our workforce."