From peanut farmer to Georgia state politician, to President, Jimmy Carter was known as more of a humanitarian than a politician, even though he made his life as a politician beginning in the 1960’s where he lost his first try for Georgia’s Governor’s seat.
He won that seat in his second try before running for president in 1976.
His impact on the trucking industry?
Historical.
President Carter signed the Motor Carrier Act in 1980. The legislation removed federal entry controls in interstate trucking and made it easier for carriers to reduce rates. President Carter’s signing statement predicted gains for consumers, shippers, and the trucking industry.
