We are pleased to provide you with mid-year review of key Washington issues the League has been focused on in late 2010 to second quarter of 2011. You are no doubt familiar with some, or even all, of the matters in which we have been engaged as an advocate for our Members. Nevertheless, we believe this brief yet comprehensive reference will be helpful to you as you work to keep track of actions in the nation's capital that affect you and your business.

This was a collaborative effort of the League staff-Katie, Ellie, Peter and myself-and we would appreciate your feedback. We intend to issue updates on a quarterly basis, and if we can improve the product please let us know. To access the update, click here:The Shippers'Voice.

Bruce Calton, President & CEO