One year ago, rogue moving companies found themselves face to face with a new law that was passed that threatened to put an end to their unlawful and selfish forms of “moving.” The particular companies, offered unbeatable low moving prices and in turn held your belongings in exchange for even more money before delivery. This new law that was passed, AB 2118, changed that entirely, bringing hope to legitimate moving companies and offering help to consumers. Here we look at how things have changed.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, an estimated 6,300 net jobs were added in the for-hire trucking industry in July. The BLS also lowered its estimate of job cuts in June. These statistics suggest a better than expected job growth for this industry, which could mean a positive impact on the moving industry.

Last June, a TV pilot called America’s Home was filmed in California. Barstow Transfer and Storage, a CMSA member and National Van Lines agent, was featured on the show. The reality show focuses on the challenges military families face when it comes to moving.

Atlas Van Lines, one of the largest leaders of moving and transport services in the nation, is continuing to expand and strengthen its network of agencies across the United States and Canada. As part of an ambitious expansion strategy, Atlas is spreading its market share through additional and expanding CMSA member agencies.

The current proposal to reduce paperwork on the trucking and moving industry may have a great impact on businesses and consumers by reducing costs. Currently, commercial drivers are required to fill out Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs) on pre- and post-trip inspections. The new proposal will eliminate this paperwork for trucks with no defects upon inspection.

Soon drivers will not need to complete paperwork that many in the trucking and moving industry consider laborious and unnecessary. As part of an initiative to reduce paperwork for businesses, the new ruling cleared by the Office of Management and Budget (OBM) will eliminate paperwork for trucks with no defects and deficiencies.