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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, Technology, Fuel

Hawaii DOT Advocates Road Usage Tax for EVs

Hawaii transportation officials advocate a road usage tax starting with .8 cent per mile for electric vehicles to address shortfalls in traditional gas tax revenue arising from more green vehicles on roads.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
December 5, 2022
Government, Business, Equipment, Logistics, Global Freight

Savannah Port Terminal to Get $410 Million Upgrade Amid Big Growth

The Port of Savannah plans a $410 million overhaul of one of its sprawling terminals to make room for loading and unloading larger ships while focusing its business almost exclusively on cargo shipped in containers.

Russ Bynum | Associated Press
December 5, 2022
Government

Speaker Pelosi Pushes Fiscal 2023 Funding Bill in Lame Duck Session

Before wrapping up her tenure as leader of the House Democratic caucus, Speaker Nancy Pelosi has urged colleagues to advance a multibill package to keep the government running for most of next year. Here's your Capitol Agenda look at the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
December 5, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, TCA

New Programs, Resources Emerge to Help Communities Plan for EVs

The accelerated and extensive build-out of electric vehicle charging infrastructure is prompting fresh conversations about their placement and the need for city-level resources.

Skip Descant | Government Technology
December 5, 2022
Government, Business, Fuel

California Lawmakers Eye Big Oil’s High Gas Prices

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Furious about oil companies’ supersized profits after a summer of record-high gas prices, California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Dec. 5 will formally start his campaign to punish big producers by asking the Legislature to fine them and give the money back to drivers.

Adam Beam | Associated Press
December 5, 2022
Government, Fuel

Tennessee Considers Toll Lanes, Electric Car Fee Hike

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee is considering allowing express toll lanes on highways and tripling a fee for electric car owners as he targets his first big push after winning re-election — paying for tens of billions of dollars in roadway projects.

Jonathan Mattise | Associated Press
December 5, 2022
Government, Technology, Fuel

US Hydrogen Hubs Formed in Southwest, Southeast

Two new hydrogen hubs have been formed with a Southwest collaborative among Arizona, Nevada and the Navajo Nation as well as a six-state Southeast group featuring lead utilities.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
December 5, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Guide From AASHTO, Other Groups Helps States Develop EV Infrastructure

A short guide to help state agencies collaborate in creating electric vehicle infrastructure has been published by a group of key national transportation, electric utility and energy groups.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
December 2, 2022
Government, Business, Fuel, TCA

Michigan’s Gas Tax Will Increase in 2023

Michigan’s gas tax is going up 1.4 cents per gallon starting Jan. 1, thanks to an automatic adjustment written into state law.

Taylor DesOrmeau | MLive.com (Walker, Mich.)
December 2, 2022
Government, Business

Hiring and Wages Extend Strong Gains, Keeping Pressure on Fed

Employers added more jobs than forecast and wages surged by the most in nearly a year, pointing to enduring inflation pressures that boost chances of higher interest rates from the Federal Reserve.

Reade Pickert | Bloomberg News
December 2, 2022