President’s Message

Leaving with Gratitude and Appreciation

By Sgt. John Samis, Delaware State Police, CVSA President

For years, with my law enforcement background, I thought enforcement was the key to making our roadways safer. While that definitely plays a big role, I have grown to learn what a significant part the motor carrier industry also plays in highway safety.

As you all know, we are an Alliance of enforcement, industry and regulators that, together, make a difference. Each one of us, alone, can make a small impact on the safety of our roads, but together, our knowledge, drive and influence will make our impact monumental. The law enforcement community must continue to work cooperatively with the motor carrier industry and help our federal regulators to make informed decisions on what needs to be done to move passengers and freight along our highways in the most efficient means possible without sacrificing safety.

As outgoing president, I would like to thank the CVSA membership for giving me the opportunity to be president for two years. It has been an honor and pleasure to serve you. I would also like to thank the CVSA staff for their support and guidance. The Alliance is fortunate to have such a dedicated team working with us and focused on our mission.

Lastly, I would like to thank my brothers and sisters in law enforcement. In today’s day and age, you have an incredibly difficult job. The stresses you face from your home jurisdiction can be extremely difficult. Thank you for believing enough in our mission to dedicate your extra time to participate at CVSA. Please continue the hard work you do and stay safe.

The key to our success is working together. I will now move into the position of past president, serving a three-year term, and will continue to work with all of you in the future in any capacity that I can. I wish the incoming president, Capt. John Broers, with the South Dakota Highway Patrol, the best, and I hope he finds serving as CVSA president as rewarding as I have. Sgt. Broers has a vast amount of experience and knowledge in commercial motor vehicle enforcement, so I know I am leaving you in good hands. n