Rationale for Map 21
“TRUCK BROKERING” as you know IT - is dead
OWNER OPERATOR driven motor carrier unaffected
MOTOR CARRIER“INTERLINE” not affected
must take possession in some part of move
ALL PERSONS, CUSTOMS BROKER, FORWARDER, certain others
LICENSED BROKERING ONLY & Liability ? Pg 27 Manual 49 CFR 371.2
TAKING POSSESSION” of freight is the KEY
YOU ARE GIVEN LOAD by another motor carrier’s “Brokerage” you are not their AGENT, but your own motor carrier
Put your name on the BOL Unlawful for other carriers name on the BOL. Broker cannot put their name on the BOL as they are not in possession
YOU AS CARRIER ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR appointments, insurance and driver control, NOT THE BROKER.
Other Bonds Available