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.
Premium Gasoline Is Getting More Expensive at the Pump
The premium paid by drivers of luxury cars and large SUVs over regular fuel is increasing due to a number of industry factors, including environmental regulations and refining capacity.
House Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Protect Moving Privacy
Legislation meant to safeguard certain identifiable information of individuals moving internationally was recently introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.
House GOP Unveils Energy Package
Federal energy and permitting policies prioritized by House Republican leaders were formally introduced in the form of a comprehensive legislative package.
ATA Expresses Concern Over Labor Secretary Nominee Julie Su
In a letter to Senate leaders, American Trucking Associations President Chris Spear expressed concern about the track record that Labor Secretary nominee Julie Su would bring to the job.
California Regulators Could Decide Oil Profits Penalty
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said March 15 he wants state regulators to decide whether to impose the nation’s first penalty on oil companies for price gouging.
Kansas City Southern’s Sale to Canadian Pacific Approved
The Surface Transportation Board approved the merger of Canadian Pacific Railway and Kansas City Southern Railroad in the nation’s first major rail merger since 1998.
Business Continuity Experts Urge Vigilance, Planning
Two business continuity experts say keeping the supply chain moving is why fleet owners and managers need to have in place plans to keep operating in the event of an emergency.
Tesla Owners Sue Company Over Monopolizing Parts and Repairs
Tesla was sued by customers who claim they’ve had to pay exorbitant prices and endure long waits for repairs due to Tesla’s monopolization of replacement parts and maintenance services.
Budget Request Includes $951 Million for FMCSA
Federal commercial transportation operations would receive nearly $1 billion under a fiscal 2024 budget request the White House unveiled this month.
Retail Sales Slip 0.4% in February After January’s Burst
America’s consumers trimmed their spending in February after a buying burst in January, as retail sales slipped 0.4% with declines across multiple industries.