FHWA Extends Comment Period on Bridge Inspections Proposal
The Federal Highway Administration has announced it is extending the period for public comment on its proposed rule to improve oversight of U.S. bridge inspections by incorporating a risk-based approach and encouraging the use of such technological advancements as unmanned aerial systems and sonar.
January 13, 2020Pete Buttigieg Releases $1 Trillion Infrastructure Plan
Pete Buttigieg has become the latest presidential candidate to release a comprehensive infrastructure plan, announcing his $1 trillion “Building for the 21st Century” plan Jan. 10.
January 10, 2020Trucking Backs Trump Proposal to Streamline Environmental Reviews for Infrastructure
The trucking industry and other stakeholders are backing a White House proposal to streamline the environmental approval process for infrastructure projects.
January 10, 2020Oregon DOT Appoints Leaders for Office on Mobility, Project Delivery
The Oregon Department of Transportation has announced three leaders to steer its newly formed Office of Urban Mobility and Mega Project Delivery.
January 10, 2020Oil Set for Biggest Weekly Loss Since July as Mideast Risk Eases
Oil is headed for its biggest weekly loss since July as the prospect of an immediate confrontation between the U.S. and Iran abated, allaying fears of disruption to Middle East energy supplies.
January 10, 2020US Adds 145,000 Jobs; Unemployment Holds at 3.5%
WASHINGTON — U.S. employers downshifted their hiring in December, adding 145,000 jobs as consumer spending appeared to aid gains in the retail and hospitality sectors.
January 10, 2020Mack Unveils LR Electric Model for New York City Department of Sanitation
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Mack Trucks on Jan. 9 unveiled its new LR Electric sanitation truck, a Class 8 vehicle it hopes will populate New York City’s fleet.
January 9, 2020Port of Monroe to Buy Crane With $1.1 Million Grant
Federal grant money has been awarded to fund equipment upgrades and training geared toward attracting more cargo to the Port of Monroe in Michigan.
January 9, 2020Trump Proposes Sweeping Rollback of Environmental Oversight
President Donald Trump on Jan. 9 proposed rolling back enforcement of a landmark environmental law — reducing federal oversight of many major projects, from pipelines to commercial development — to speed the approval process.
January 9, 2020California Judge Rules Federal Law Exempts NFI From AB 5
A California state judge has ruled that federal law exempts a New Jersey-based motor carrier from a new California law that calls for reclassifying independent contractor truck drivers as company employees.
January 9, 2020