Freight Growth Highlights Arizona’s Need for Truck Climbing Lanes, Parking Spaces
Arizona transportation officials have identified needs for more truck parking spaces and passing/climbing lanes on key roadways as shipments grow.
California Forms Statewide Alliance to Apply for Federal Hydrogen Grants
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has established a broad statewide alliance to apply for a stake of $7 billion in federal grants earmarked for national hydrogen hubs rather than forming regional partnerships with other governors.
Pete Buttigieg, Robin Hutcheson to Speak at MCE
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg will address attendees Oct. 25 at American Trucking Associations’ Management Conference & Exhibition in San Diego, ATA announced Oct. 13.
North Dakota to Spearhead Four-State Hydrogen Hub
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum has formed a regional hydrogen hub with the governors of Minnesota, Montana and Wisconsin as states continue to jockey in the race for federal funds and national eminence.
Rural Minnesota Freight Highway to Get $10 Million Face-Lift
A 90-year-old undivided two-lane freight corridor is getting a $10 million face-lift in a Minnesota agricultural belt where truckers, commuters and farmers cope with high crash rates and congestion.
California Strengthens Alliances for Transportation Electrification
The governor of California is strengthening a clear energy partnership with two neighboring states and British Columbia.
Governors Group Updates Online Infrastructure Funding Tracker
The National Governors Association has updated its online tracker for federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act funds to help states and municipalities better navigate through 370 programs to access requirements and apply for grants.
Louisiana to Spend $270 Million on Locally Owned Bridges
To stem the tide against state closures of unsafe bridges, Louisiana will receive $270 million in federal funds to fix locally owned off-system bridges.
States Approve Rule Exemptions to Speed Florida Relief Efforts
Motor carriers transporting relief supplies to regions of Florida and South Carolina affected by Hurricane Ian are working with a variety of emergency vehicle size and weight exemptions in effect in neighboring states, moves made by governors and state agencies looking to help speed relief supplies to storm-ravaged areas.
Biodiesel Fuel Gets Latest Push in Missouri
Biodiesel is getting a boost from new government incentives as city fleet owners are using it to quickly lower truck emissions.