News From ASET
- December 13, 2000

Ohio Steel Meeting

Jake Jacoby met with members of the Ohio Steel Industry Advisory Council on December 12, 2000. Executives from steel companies such as AK Steel, Republic, WCI, Timken, LTV, and others attended the event with state representatives and senators to discuss the issues facing the steel industry. Jacoby spoke to the group regarding ASET's strategic and legislative goals for 2001. The meeting was informative and our hope is that it will lead to a broader discussion amongst steel companies as to the importance of ASET's legislation to their transportation policy. Some of the issues discussed at the meeting were congressional targets for sponsorship of our bill in 2001 and how the steel industry could benefit from allowing higher weight thresholds on the Interstates.

New Co-Chairman Named

Steve Williams, President and Founder of Maverick Transportation has agreed to become ASET's Co-Chairman and chief spokesman for our coalition. Steve joins Mike Regan of Tranzact Technologies as ASET's industry leaders. Steve replaces John McQuaid after John's crucial role in expanding ASET's base and media recognition. To read the rest of this article, click here or view our Fall 2000 Newsletter in our Media Coverage section of this web site.

Planning for 2001 Underway

ASET is in the midst of planning for 2001 as we gear up for our most important year yet. We anticipate reintroducing our weight legislation by the end of January, 2001 in the House and soon after in the Senate as well. Our goals for next year also include an ambitious media campaign designed to attract not only transportation and industry leaders, but to also educate Members of Congress on the importance of our productivity and safety legislation.

In addition, ASET will hold our second Fly-In Event in April, 2001 and all members and interested parties are invited to attend. We will hold meetings with individual Members of Congress from both political parties to discuss our legislative objectives. The event will also serve as a forum for speeches and discussion on transportation policy from experts in the shipper, motor carrier, and other related industries. Our first event, on April 4, 2000, was a huge success and we expect greater attendance and participation in 2001. To learn how you can join ASET in Washington, DC for this event, please contact Jake Jacoby at (703) 549-9467.

Fall 2000 Newsletter Released

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