Transportation Nation Presents: Seth Millican on Georgia Trucking’s Future, Challenges & Solutions (Part 1)

What will it take to keep Georgia the #1 state for business—and how does trucking drive that success?In this insightful episode of Transportation Nation, hosts Caitlyn Folks and Lee Gentry sit down with Seth Millican, President & CEO of the Georgia Motor Trucking Association (GMTA), for an unfiltered look at the challenges and future of Georgia’s trucking industry. With nearly a century of history, the GMTA plays a crucial role in advocating for the 350,000+ Georgians tied to trucking.Discover how rapid population growth, booming freight projections, and expanding ports are creating unprecedented opportunities—as well as unique pressures—on Georgia’s carriers. You’ll hear Seth Millican unpack the realities of rising insurance costs, a looming driver shortage, and the ways technology and regulatory shifts are reshaping the industry. The episode delves into image challenges for trucking, proactive solutions for maintaining safety on the roads, and the escalating sophistication of cargo theft.Don’t miss Seth Millican’s behind-the-scenes perspective on:How Georgia’s new tort reform laws are changing the game for trucking companiesThe real impact of English language proficiency and immigration status regulations on hiring and capacityThe vital role of technical colleges in building the next generation of logistics professionalsWhether you’re in the industry or just fascinated by the backbone of Georgia’s economy, this episode offers an engaging, honest look at what it takes to keep freight—and the state—moving forward.Subscribe for more conversations like this and stay ahead in the world of transportation!CHAPTERS:00:00 Pro-Business Administration Brings Regulatory Stability01:31 GMTA’s Mission: Serving Georgia’s Trucking Industry04:36 Georgia’s Explosive Growth & Freight Forecasts06:59 Top Industry Challenges from Strategic Planning Survey10:10 Tackling Trucking’s Image Problem & Public Perception12:07 Cleaning Out Rogue Actors: The COBRA Task Force14:11 Legislative Fixes for Non-Citizen CDL Issues15:52 Guarding Against Legal Risks from New Laws18:01 The Looming Workforce Cliff in Trucking20:09 Technical Colleges & Georgia’s New Training Center22:15 Upcoming Regulatory & Safety Issues for 202624:37 Georgia’s “Evergreen Battle” Over Tort Reform25:37 Digital Cargo Theft: Rising Sophistication & New Threats