J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc., a North American leader in safety and regulatory compliance solutions for the transportation industry, is proud to sponsor and support the safe journey of the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, “Silver Belle,” from Nevada’s Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest to the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol this year. This effort is in partnership with the USDA Forest Service and the Society of American Foresters.
The Society of American Foresters contacted J. J. Keller on behalf of the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Initiative in September for assistance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) permitting that is required to move the unique load along the nation’s roadways.
“Our Permits Team is honored to guide the tree and truck through 10 states and 14 whistlestop appearances,” said Mark Siebenaller, Vice President of Service Operations at J. J. Keller. “We’re proud to help ensure safe transport of this national symbol.”
The J. J. Keller Permit Service operates 24/7, helping fleets legally transport nearly 100,000 loads annually. DOT permits are essential for motor carriers to ensure safety on U.S. roads and highways. “Our Permit Service aligns with J. J. Keller’s core values of protecting people and businesses, so everyone returns home safely,” Siebenaller added.
The 53-foot red fir will be harvested in late October and travel through cities including Carson City, Nevada; Lovelock and Elko, Nevada; Ely, Nevada; Las Vegas, Nevada; Hooever Dam, Nevada; Flagstaff, Arizona; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Amarillo, Texas; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Lenexa, Kansas; St. Louis, Missouri; Paducah, Kentucky; Lexington, Kentucky; Chillicothe, Ohio; Eighty Four, Pennsylvania; and Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. The tree lighting ceremony will take place in early December.
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About the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree
The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree initiative is a 55-year tradition in which one of our 154 national forests provides a tree for the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol for the holiday season. The project is made possible with support from partners, including The Society of American Foresters, cash and in-kind contributions from large and small businesses, and volunteers locally and across America. For a list of 2025 sponsors and to join in the Christmas spirit, please visit www.uscapitolchristmastree.com and @uscapitolchristmastree on Facebook and Instagram. For immediate information or contact, please reach out to connect@safnet.org
About J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.
Since we began as a family-owned company in 1953, our purpose at J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. has been to protect people and the businesses they run. Today, serving 500,000+ companies across North America, our associates are proud to make a larger impact than ever. Organizations of all sizes rely on our expert insights to help create safe work environments and simplify complex government regulations. They trust in our comprehensive portfolio of solutions – including ELogs, dash cams and mobile technology; driver training via online courses, streaming video or DVD; cloud-based management tools; managed services; consulting services; online and print publications; forms, PPE and safety supplies.
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