New fee to offset increased regulatory, compliance costs in WA and OR
FEDERAL WAY — Jan. 22, 2026 — Peninsula Truck Lines, Inc. announced today that it will implement a Pacific Northwest Compliance Surcharge to help offset the rising regulatory and compliance costs associated with operating in Washington and Oregon.
Effective April 6, 2026, the surcharge will be $3.00 per shipment and will apply to all freight originating in or destined for Washington or Oregon. The surcharge will be itemized separately on customer invoices.
“Peninsula Truck Lines has deep roots in the Pacific Northwest, and we are committed to serving this region safely, responsibly, and in full compliance with all applicable regulations,” said Tim Vander Pol, President and Chief Steward of Peninsula Truck Lines, Inc. “This surcharge reflects a portion of the additional costs required to operate in an increasingly complex regulatory environment, while continuing to provide the high level of service our customers expect.”
Over the past several years, both Washington and Oregon have enacted a range of transportation, labor, environmental, and payroll regulations that have significantly increased the cost of providing freight services. These measures include fuel-related programs, payroll and benefits mandates, and transportation funding packages that increase fuel taxes, registration and weight fees, and administrative requirements.
Collectively, these changes have resulted in higher operating, reporting, and compliance costs for motor carriers serving the Pacific Northwest.
“Peninsula Truck Lines has made extensive efforts to absorb these costs internally and improve efficiency before implementing the surcharge,” said Vander Pol. “The company will continue to evaluate operational efficiencies while maintaining its focus on safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.”
Customers with questions about the surcharge or its application are encouraged to contact their Peninsula Truck Lines Account Executive.
Additional information regarding applicable Washington and Oregon regulations is available through the company’s published regulatory summary.
