News From ASET
   - May, 1999 and Prior

Congressmen Cook and Peterson Sponser ASET Legislation
(H.R. 1667)

Congressmen Merrill Cook (R-UT) and Collin Peterson (D-MN) introduced bipartisan legislation (H.R. 1667) that will bring safer highways and improved productivity to shippers and consumers throughout the United States. To view the Legislation and ASET's press release please click here.

ASET Announces Change in Name

The Alliance for Safe and Efficient Trucking has changed its name. We have recently become Americans for Safe and Efficient Transportation. Our address and staff remain the same, as does our mission. The change simply indicates our desire to reach out to all members of society and make a positive approach to improving transportation.

New Members of ASET

Recently, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association announced that it has officially joined as a member of ASET. The Cattlemen’s Association is widely recognized as a leader in the efforts to protect and serve farmers and the agriculture industry. Their effectiveness and distinguished hard work on behalf of these interests will make them a valuable addition to ASET's growing membership.

Also joining ASET recently were Pittsburgh Logistics Systems and PGT Trucking Incorporated. Both entities are from Monaca, Pennsylvania and indicated a strong concern for truck weight flexibility to enhance their businesses. Pittsburgh Logistics provides support for all transportation methods and believes ASET's goals will help them better serve their customers.

ASET Speaks to Constituent Groups

In the past month, ASET has been actively reaching out to interested constituencies that are in favor of allowing states the right to increase truck weights. Director Peter Vroom has spoken to members of the American Forest and Paper Association and to members of the American Iron and Steel Institute. Vroom discussed the carefully drafted legislation and its benefits to each group’s members.

Director Eric White attended the recent National Private Truck Council national meeting to discuss ASET with its members. The responses at all three meetings were positive and informative for both ASET and the constituent groups involved. ASET urges all of its members and interested parties to try and involve and incorporate ASET into your meetings or conferences. If you would like ASET to speak to your organization or its members, please call us at (703) 549-9467 or send us an e-mail.