Indiana’s New Oversize Trucking Regulations Start July 1
New regulations pertaining to overweight trucks are scheduled to take effect in Indiana on July 1.
June 25, 2021Oil Refiners Win at Supreme Court With Easier Waivers on Biofuel
The Environmental Protection Agency has wide latitude to exempt refineries from federal mandates that they mix renewable fuels into gasoline and diesel, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled June 25, a victory for oil companies seeking a break from the requirements.
June 25, 2021Consumer Spending Flat in May
WASHINGTON — Consumer spending was flat in May while incomes dropped for a second month as the impact of the government’s individual impact payments waned. Inflation, however, posted a sizable gain of 0.4%.
June 25, 2021NTSB Nominee Jennifer Homendy Highlights Technology, Workforce Development
President Joe Biden’s nominee to lead the National Transportation Safety Board told senators she intends to enhance the agency’s approach to new technologies and workforce development.
June 24, 2021US Economy Grows 6.4% in Q1
The U.S. economy grew at a solid 6.4% rate in the first three months of the year, setting the stage for what economists believe may be the strongest year for the economy in about seven decades.
June 24, 2021Key US Oil Storage Hub Seen Depleting as Producers Hold Tight
Crude oil inventories in America’s largest storage hub are falling fast as the post-pandemic demand rebound continues to outpace production.
June 24, 2021Biden, Key Lawmakers Agree on Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal
President Joe Biden announced on June 24 that “we have a deal,” signaling a bipartisan agreement on a $953 billion infrastructure plan that would achieve his top legislative priority and validate his efforts to reach across the political aisle.
June 24, 2021US House Highway Bill Includes $1 Billion in Truck Parking Grants
WASHINGTON — Funding to expand parking facilities for truck drivers around the country is included in comprehensive highway policy legislation expected before the U.S. House of Representatives during the week of June 28.
June 24, 2021US Goods-Trade Gap Widens More Than Forecast as Imports Rise
The U.S. merchandise-trade deficit widened more than forecast in May as the value of imports rose to near-record levels and exports declined.
June 24, 2021Minneapolis Council Committee Passes Citywide Truck Parking Restrictions
The Transportation and Public Works Committee of the Minneapolis City Council on June 23 approved an ordinance amendment that would limit truck parking in the city.
June 24, 2021