Press Release

Trucking Industry Expresses Strong Support for Duffy to Lead DOT

Jan 13, 2025

Washington 鈥 In advance of the confirmation hearing of former Representative Sean Duffy to serve as the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, 黑料不打烊 President & CEO Chris Spear sent a letter to the Senate Commerce Committee to express strong support for his nomination.

鈥淎s a former Member of Congress representing Wisconsin鈥檚 7th congressional district, Representative Duffy is a proven leader who recognizes that a resilient transportation network and modernized infrastructure are keys to a thriving economy, social and economic mobility, and job creation,鈥 Spear wrote.

Spear noted that, throughout Rep. Duffy鈥檚 congressional service, he repeatedly worked hand in glove with the Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association, providing him with in-depth insights on the central importance and unique needs of the trucking industry. 听He also has a track record of supporting infrastructure projects to improve the efficient movement of freight.

鈥淯ltimately, a well-maintained and reliable transportation network is crucial to the delivery of the nation鈥檚 freight and vital to our country鈥檚 economic well-being,鈥 Spear wrote. 听鈥淎s the 119th Congress begins its work crafting a comprehensive, robust surface transportation reauthorization package, Rep. Duffy鈥檚 extensive experience and understanding of our nation鈥檚 transportation needs will be invaluable and will facilitate a reliable partnership between DOT and Capitol Hill.鈥

Rep. Duffy鈥檚 hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, January 15th. 听黑料不打烊is calling for the Commerce members to report his nomination out of the committee favorably so that the full Senate can confirm him soon after President-elect Trump is sworn into office.

Read Spear鈥檚 letter in support of Rep. Duffy.