Press Releases
TAT’s Harriet Tubman Award Nominations Open
Do you know someone who should win TAT’s Harriet Tubman Award? Each year, TAT (Truckers Against Trafficking) presents its most prestigious award – the Harriet Tubman Award – along with a $5,000 check and a trophy to a member of the trucking, bus or energy industry whose direct actions have
Arizona Trucking Association Welcomes Elissa Allen as Accounting Manager
The Arizona Trucking Association (ATA) is excited to welcome Elissa Allen as our new Accounting Manager! Elissa came on board February 18, 2025, and brings with her a wealth of experience as a full-charge bookkeeper, along with a solid background in finance and accounting. Simply put: if it involves numbers,
Raymond Mogensen (ATG Transport LLC): 1943 – 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Ray Mogensen, a valued member of the Arizona Trucking Association. Ray was a dedicated professional whose contributions to the industry and our association were deeply appreciated. His presence, kindness, and commitment to trucking left a lasting impact on
2025 Call on Washington
What is Call on Washington? ATA members join up at a central hotel in Washington and as a group, meet with individual members of Arizona’s Congressional delegation, heads of regulatory agencies and other officials to discuss business issues, as well as attend dinners and special events. Why should I go?
Member News: Stewart Transport Inc. Transitions to Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Phoenix, AZ, January 13, 2025 – Stewart Transport Inc. is pleased to announce its transition to 100% employee ownership through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This new structure will further reinforce Stewart Transport’s commitment to their customers, staff, and community. Founded in 1995 by Collin Stewart, his vision was
Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety Awards $78,107 Grant for FY2025 to Promote Commercial Truck Awareness and Road Safety
Phoenix, AZ – The Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS) has awarded a $78,107 grant to the Arizona Trucking Association Foundation (ATA Foundation) for the fiscal year 2025. This funding supports the Foundation’s ongoing mission to enhance highway safety, with a particular emphasis on commercial truck awareness and education
Arizona Trucking Association Welcomes New Staff: Leslie Hensley as Director of Administration & Operations and Corrine Wood as Accounting Manager
Phoenix, AZ – The Arizona Trucking Association (ATA) is pleased to announce the addition of two key hires, Leslie Hensley and Corrine Wood, who bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the association. Both will play vital roles in ATA’s mission to support and strengthen Arizona’s trucking industry. Leslie
Update on Third-Party Documentation Requirements Under Colorado Revised Statute 42-4-510 (1)(b)(IV)
Senate Bill 24-220, passed by the Colorado legislature on 8/7/2024, introduces regulations aimed at improving transparency, accountability, and compliance across several sectors, particularly in public safety and the protection of state-maintained infrastructure. A critical aspect of the bill is its emphasis on third-party documentation requirements, which are designed to ensure
Arizona Trucking Association Honors 2023 Fleet Safety Award Recipients
The Arizona Trucking Association (ATA) is proud to announce the winners of the 2023 Fleet Safety Awards, recognizing outstanding performance and dedication to safety in the trucking industry. This year’s awards honored excellence across five mileage categories, culminating in the prestigious Chairman’s Award for Safety and Community Service. The judges