Advocacy

Advocacy: One Voice

Make yourself heard on both the state and federal levels through a strong, unified political voice.

Whether opposing burdensome regulatory proposals, fighting punitive taxes or fees, working with key stakeholders to foster economic growth, or discussing the essentiality of Michigan’s trucking industry, MTA leads the way.

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Legislative Outreach

MTA advocates for fundamental trucking legislation such as taxes, labor and tolling while strategically supporting related issues proposed by other associations and agencies. A few major examples:

2025

September- President & CEO Jill Sokacz and MTA Chairperson Glen Merkel testified before the Michigan House Appropriations Subcommittee on State and Local Transportation on truck weights and the importance of trucking to Michigan and our economy.

As a direct result of discussions during U.S. Rep. Tom Barrett's visit with MTA member Davis Cartage Company, Congressman Barrett co-sponsored two bills that directly affect trucking:
- The Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (H.B. 1659) directs the Department of Transportation to provide competitive grants for projects that provide public parking for commercial motor vehicles and improve the safety of commercial motor vehicle drivers.
- The Veteran's Transition to Trucking Act of 2025 (H.B. 2954) authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to approve multi-state apprenticeship programs for purposes of veterans educational assistance, and for other purposes.

Rep. Tom Barrett (R-MI-7), member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, visited Davis Cartage Company. Rep. Barrett met with MTA President/CEO Jill Sokacz and MTA Chairman Glen Merkel to discuss key trucking industry concerns.

2024

MTA-backed legislation -- the Veteran Improvement Commercial Driver License Act -- signed by President Biden to expand veterans' access to CDL training

2023

2022

MTA signs letter urging support for TSA Threat Assessment Enrollment Bill

Call on Washington

Washington, DC

October 21-22, 2025

MTA members are invited to participate in American Trucking Associations’ Call on Washington. MTA’s delegation, led by MTA’s President, attends pre-set appointments in Washington, DC with Michigan senators and state representatives, key congressional staff, federal regulators and fellow industry leaders to discuss those issues vital to the state’s trucking industry.

There is no fee to attend Call on Washington; however, you must pre-register. Hotel accommodations are on your own.

Please contact MTA President & CEO Jill Sokacz for more information.

Hotel Information

AC Hotel Washington D.C. Capitol Hill/Navy Yard

867 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20003
(202) 488-3600
Distance from ATA Headquarters: 6-7 minutes walking
15% off Best Available Rate (Standard Rate)
- Rates are per room, per night and do not include current sales and occupancy tax of 14.95%. Rates are provided with “last-room availability (LRA).” Different rates and terms may apply for group bookings
Reservation Procedures:
- - Reservations can be booked using any of the following methods:
    • ATA Booking Link: Book Your Corporate Rate at AC Hotel
    • Contact AC Hotel toll free number 1-888-236-2427 and mention the group name “American Trucking Associations.”

Courtyard Capitol Hill/Navy Yard

140 L Street, SE Washington, DC 20003
(202) 479-0027
Distance from ATA Headquarters: 3 minutes walking
15% off Best Available Rate (Standard Rate)
- Rates are per room, per night and do not include current sales and occupancy tax of 15.95%. Rates are provided with “last-room availability (LRA).” Different rates and terms may apply for group bookings.
Reservation Procedures:
- - Reservations can be booked using any of the following methods:
    • ATA Booking Link: Book Your Corporate Rate at Courtyard Capitol Hill/Navy Yard
    • Contact hotel at (202) 479-0027 and mention the group name “American Trucking Associations.”

Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC-Navy Yard

1265 First Street, SE Washington, DC 20003
(202) 800-1000
Distance from ATA Headquarters: 3 minutes walking
15% off the ‘Regular Rate’ (Standard Rate)
- Rates are per room, per night and do not include current sales and occupancy tax of 15.95%. Rates are provided with “last-room availability (LRA).” Different rates and terms may apply for group bookings.
Reservation Procedures:
- - Reservations can be booked using any of the following methods:
    • ATA Booking Link: Book Your Corporate Rate at Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC
    • Contact hotel directly at 202-800-1000 and mention the group name “American Trucking Associations.”

Homewood Suites Washington DC Capitol-Navy Yard

50 M Street, SE
Washington DC, 20003
(202) 899-2800
Distance from ATA Headquarters: 1 minute walking
17% off the Best Available Rate (all suite types excluding King Suite Corner Suite)
- Rates are per room, per night and do not include current sales and occupancy tax of 15.95%. Rates are provided with “last-room availability (LRA).” Different rates and terms may apply for group bookings.
Reservation Procedures:
• ATA Booking Link: Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC Capitol - Navy Yard
• Contact the reservation department at 1-800-225-4663 and mention the group name “American Trucking Associations.”

Residence Inn Capitol Hill/Navy Yard

1233 1st Street, SE
Washington DC. 20003
(202) 770-2800
Distance from ATA Headquarters: 1 minute walking
10% off the Hotel’s Best Available
- Rates are per room, per night and do not include current sales and occupancy tax of 15.95%. Rates are provided with “last-room availability (LRA).” Different rates and terms may apply for group bookings.
Reservation Procedures:
• ATA Booking Link: Book Your Corporate Rate at Residence Inn Capitol Hill/Navy Yard
• Contact the hotel at 202-770-2800 and mention the group name “American Trucking Associations.”

Michigan Truck PAC

This political action committee is the sole medium through which the Association can participate financially in election campaigns. Your personal support of PAC is crucial to the financial well-being of the trucking industry—especially when discussing weight, tax and registration fee legislation.

Contact Jill Sokacz to find out how to contribute to Michigan Truck PAC.

Advocacy: One Voice

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Call on Washington

Michigan Truck PAC

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