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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.

Government, Business

Biden Announces $36 Billion for Central States Pension Fund

President Joe Biden’s administration on Dec. 8 announced the infusion of nearly $36 billion to shore up a financially troubled union pension plan, preventing severe cuts to the retirement incomes of about 350,000 Teamsters workers and retirees across the United States.

December 8, 2022
Government

Sen. Leahy Warns Against Short-Term Funding Bill

Legislation that temporarily averts a partial shutdown of federal agencies this month would hinder transportation operations nationwide, said the top senator on the funding committee.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
December 8, 2022
Government, Business, Equipment

Trade Panel’s Resolution on Car Content Rules in Favor of Mexico, Canada Over US

A trade dispute resolution panel sided with Mexico and Canada over the U.S. on rules for cars shipped across regional borders, potentially giving more incentive to make auto parts in those nations.

December 8, 2022
Government, Business, Logistics

Bhatt Confirmed to Lead Federal Highway Administration

Shailen Bhatt was confirmed as the 21st administrator of the Federal Highway Administration by the U.S. Senate, the Department of Transportation announced Dec. 8.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
December 8, 2022
Government, Business, Fuel

Keystone Pipeline Is Shut Down After Oil Spills Into Creek

The Keystone oil pipeline system, a major conduit linking Canada to the U.S. Gulf Coast, was shut down after crude leaked into a creek in Kansas.

December 8, 2022
Government, Safety

FMCSA Report Offers Findings to Combat Harassment, Assaults Against Truck Drivers

Harassment and assaults against truck drivers are a key concern, particularly among women and minority male drivers, according to a new study and survey commissioned by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
December 8, 2022
Government, Business, Equipment, Fuel

ATA, Others Oppose Bill That Would Drop Renewable Diesel Labeling

American Trucking Associations and the Truckload Carriers Association have asked U.S. Senate leaders to block legislation that aims to eliminate fuel pump labeling requirements for renewable diesel fuel, a move the groups contend would cause confusion for motor carriers regarding what’s being pumped into their trucks’ tanks.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
December 8, 2022
Government, Business, Logistics

US Transport Sidesteps China’s COVID Spike Impacts for Now

China’s experience with another outbreak of the coronavirus and related protests could have a downstream impact on domestic transportation.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
December 8, 2022
Government, Business, Safety

Coast Guard Faults Pilot in Chesapeake Bay Ship Grounding

A Coast Guard investigation into the grounding in March of a cargo ship in the Chesapeake Bay faulted the pilot tasked with helping the ship navigate the waterway.

Rebecca Santana | Associated Press
December 7, 2022
Government, Business, Logistics

Secretary Buttigieg Lauds Workers at UPS Worldport Hub

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg hailed UPS Worldport workers in Louisville during a Kentucky stop where he rode with a truck driver and toured facilities.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
December 7, 2022