What is the Rhode Island Trucking Association?

The Rhode Island Trucking Association, Inc. (RITA) is a chartered, non-profit organization whose membership is made up of one truck owners; fleet owners; private and for hire motor carriers; and allied industries including manufacturers, dealers, service stations and suppliers. Since 1931, RITA has represented and promoted all motor carrier interests on the state level. RITA, the only statewide trucking association, has been a member of the American Trucking Association since 1944.

The RITA staff have introduced and lobbied for fair and equitable taxation at the state level. RITA has also lobbied for legislation that will help the industry to operate in a less burdensome manner. As the exclusive Rhode Island affiliate of the ATA, RITA has supported legislation on the federal level.

The Policies and Operations of RITA are set and governed by a Board of Directors elected annually from and by the membership.

The Rhode Island Trucking Association concerns itself with promoting safety on our highways and cooperates with other safety organizations. RITA also has a Safety Management Council.