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LoadTrek Presents HOS and ELD topics at Postal Conference in Memphis

Nov 5, 2014 | Events

The National Star Route Main Contractors Association will hold their South/Central region meeting in Memphis. We will be meeting at the Memphis Marriott East Hotel; 5795 Poplar, Memphis TN. We start at 0830 on Thursday November 13, and finish at 1200 Friday November 14.

Joel Beal will explain the upcoming Hours of Service exemption request for US Mail. Egor Korneev will present ELD Basics.

From the Post Office side, Jennifer Stevenson will present the USPS’ new Dynamic Routing Plan. Contract Officer Keith Harris and Highway Specialist Doug Veatch will be speaking about their respective areas.

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