Government
Transport Topics government and regulatory coverage keeps managers of a highly-regulated industry aware of the policy decisions that can shape their businesses. Covering both the legislative and regulatory aspects of policy-making, at both the state and national levels, the news in this category includes looks at infrastructure, hours of service, emissions rules, funding measures, leadership appointments, and more. Readers can follow what’s happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.
FHWA Awards Grants to Develop Charging, Hydrogen Stations
Eyeing heavy truck emissions, the FHWA has awarded nearly half of $622.57 million in new infrastructure grants to megawatt and kilowatt charging and hydrogen fueling projects.
Congress Passes Bill to Protect Moving Privacy
Legislation designed to protect people’s personal information during a move was recently cleared by Congress for President Joe Biden’s signature.
Diesel Price Rises 3.2¢ to $3.899 a Gallon
The national average diesel price bumped up 3.2¢ to $3.899 a gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data for the week of Feb. 5.
Railroads Challenging New Ohio Minimum Staffing Law
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A federal judge could soon rule on an industry challenge of a state railroad safety law passed in the wake of the East Palestine, Ohio, derailment in 2023.
FMCSA to Delay Heavy Truck Speed Limiters Proposal Until May
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is delaying until May a controversial proposal to require speed limiters on heavy-duty trucks, according to a regulatory update.
Canada, Colorado Form Hydrogen Development Partnership
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis and Alberta province’s premier, Danielle Smith, signed a memorandum of understanding to help the state reach its 100% carbon-free emissions goal by 2040.
USDOT Highlights Anti-Human Trafficking Campaign
Capitol Agenda: Anti-human trafficking efforts promoted by stakeholders across the different modes were recently highlighted by the U.S. Department of Transportation.
San Diego Freight Trains Keep Running Despite Landslide Risk
Freight trains, unlike passenger trains, have resumed running across the tracks beneath a San Clemente, Calif., landslide that continues to threaten San Diego County’s only rail link with the rest of the United States.
Red Sea Danger Spurring Global Oil Buyers to Go Local
The global oil market is looking increasingly local as militant attacks in the Red Sea and surging freight rates make supplies from closer to home more attractive.
Tesla Issues Another Wide Recall to Fix Warning Light Size
DETROIT — Tesla is recalling nearly all of the vehicles it has sold in the U.S. because some warning lights on the instrument panel are too small.