Pennsylvania Truckers Object to Bridge Tolling Plan
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is moving forward with its controversial plan to consider charging tolls on as many as 10 major bridges in the state. But representatives from the trucking industry say tolls would hurt their industry.
January 26, 2021Diesel Up 2¢ in 12th Consecutive Increase
The Energy Information Administration reported Jan. 25 the national average price of diesel rose by two cents to $2.716 a gallon.
January 25, 2021Alaska Cargo and Cold Storage Expands in Anchorage
Alaska Cargo and Cold Storage has executed with the state of Alaska a 55-year lease agreement at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport for a 700,000-square-foot, climate-controlled warehouse facility at the world’s sixth-busiest cargo airport.
January 25, 2021Biden to Approach China Relationship With ‘Patience,’ White House Says
President Joe Biden’s administration is approaching its relationship with Beijing with “patience” and plans to review hard-line policies that were a hallmark of Donald Trump’s presidency, Press Secretary Jen Psaki said.
January 25, 2021Biden ‘Open to Negotiate’ on Stimulus, Seeks GOP Backing
President Joe Biden said he’s open to reshaping his $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief proposal as the administration seeks a bipartisan deal, though didn’t rule out pursuing a Democrat-only route for passage.
January 25, 2021Transformative Infrastructure Plan Emerges on Biden’s Agenda
Unveiling a multitrillion-dollar economic recovery plan meant as an investment for the country’s infrastructure is on the White House’s to-do list for the coming weeks. Here's your Capitol Agenda look at the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.
January 25, 2021Connecticut DOT Unveils $9.7 Billion Transportation Investment Plan
The Connecticut Department of Transportation released its $9.7 billion capital plan, which includes investments across various modes of transportation over the next five years.
January 25, 2021‘Spotter’ in New Orleans Accident Scam Sentenced to 21 Months
A so-called spotter who participated in at least two staged accidents against trucks in the New Orleans area has been sentenced to 21 months in prison for his part in the wire fraud conspiracy.
January 22, 2021Senate Committee to Meet for Gina Raimondo Confirmation Hearing
President Joe Biden’s pick to lead the U.S. Department of Commerce is scheduled to defend her nomination before a Senate panel Jan. 26.
January 22, 2021Oregon DOT Surveys Drivers Ahead of Local Road Usage Pilot
The Oregon Department of Transportation is in the process of determining whether interested Portland-area drivers are eligible to participate in a road usage pilot program.
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