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Eleanor Lamb

Staff Reporter

@eleanorannlamb

Eleanor Lamb started working as a staff reporter for Transport Topics in July 2017. She covers a variety of issues, including state and local government affairs, infrastructure funding and trucking research. Her work has taken her all over the country. Two favorite destinations are Kansas City, Mo., and Boulder City, Nev. She regularly appears on Transport Topics Radio.


Government, Business, Safety

FRA Final Rule Requires State Highway-Rail Grade Crossing Plans

The Federal Railroad Administration has issued a final rule requiring states to develop, or in some cases, update action plans for highway-rail grade crossings.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
December 15, 2020
Government, Business, Safety

Virginia Board Approves Six-Year Improvement Program for Transportation

The Commonwealth Transportation Board recently approved Virginia’s transportation improvement program, which aims to advance projects on schedule despite the financial ramifications of COVID-19.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
December 14, 2020
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

FMCSA Plans Information Collection for CDL Testing Delays Survey

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is planning to submit an Information Collection Request associated with its annual survey on commercial driver license skills testing delays.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
December 11, 2020
Government, Business, Safety

Indiana Awards $101 Million for Local Roads, Bridges

The Indiana Department of Transportation and Gov. Eric Holcomb announced that local government agencies have received a combined $101 million in state matching funds to support road and bridge projects.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
December 10, 2020
Government, Business, Safety, Logistics

Report Covers Critical Issues for State Leaders Ahead of Vaccine Distribution

Governors should assess their capacity for transportation and address logistical issues as early as possible as they brace for COVID-19 vaccine distribution, according to the National Governors Association.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
December 10, 2020
Government, Business, Logistics

Minnesota DOT Awards $61 Million for Freight Network Projects

The Minnesota Department of Transportation recently awarded $61 million for projects meant to improve the state’s freight transportation network.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
December 9, 2020
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Logistics, Autonomous

Elaine Chao Discusses Partnerships as Busy Year Draws to a Close

Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao credited stakeholders for helping regulators propel the industry forward through a challenging 2020.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
December 8, 2020
Government, Business

Comments to Oregon DOT Reveal Concerns Over I-205 Tolls

As part of its study on the potential of tolls in the Portland area, the Oregon Department of Transportation will consider 4,644 public comments, the majority of which express opposition to the tolls.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
December 8, 2020
Government, Business, Safety

California Commission Approves $2 Billion in Infrastructure Projects

The California Transportation Commission has approved $2 billion for 56 new projects, some of which aim to improve the movement of goods and reduce congestion.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
December 4, 2020
Government, Business, Safety

Maine Earns C-, West Virginia Gets D on ASCE Infrastructure Report Cards

The American Society of Civil Engineers on Dec. 2 released infrastructure report cards for Maine and West Virginia, both of which reflect challenges associated with aging infrastructure and financial needs.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
December 2, 2020