ODOT release - SALEM – The Oregon Department of Transportation announced changes taking effect Jan. 1, 2026, that will impact trucking companies and carriers in the state. Changes include increased fines and expansion of the law for transportation of household goods and discontinuation of the Trusted Carrier Partner Program.  Increased fines for household goods moving companies:  Transportation of household goods in Oregon is an industry heavily regulated by ODOT’s Commerce and Compliance Division to protect Oregonians’ personal safety and belongings. Currently, a moving company found operating without a certificate in Oregon receives a $1,000 fine. Senate Bill 839 raises the fine to $3,000 and expands the law to also include offering, advertising or transporting without a certificate.  “ODOT’s certification process involves background checks and adherence to approved rates and procedures to protect Oregonians from deceitful and unsafe practices, like charging too much, damaging items or stealing belongings,” said ODOT Commerce and Compliance Division Investigation and Compliance Manager Leah Cisneros. “We strongly recommend checking our website before hiring a moving company to make sure the company is ODOT certified.”