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On the recordMarch 11, 2014
Detention time is really impactful on drivers, on driver safety, and, frankly, wastes almost $4 billion in industry efficiency.
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Peter DeFazio
Democratic · Oregon

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DeFazio emphasizes the negative impact of detention time on driver safety and industry costs.

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