Government
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.
Wreaths Across America Salutes Critical Work of Truckers
ARLINGTON, Va. — Wreaths Across America showcased the critical work truck drivers do in support of its mission to honor fallen soldiers during its appreciation dinner Dec. 15.
Treasury Issues Sustainable Aviation Fuel Tax Credit Rules
The Biden administration released long-awaited guidance on Dec. 15 around tax credits for aviation fuel that reduces emissions of greenhouse gases compared with fuel made from crude oil.
Congressional Politics Impede 2023 Legislative Agenda
WASHINGTON — In 2023, several high-profile federal policy proposals relevant to trucking were unable to cross the legislative finish line. The culprit: congressional politics.
Idaho Truckers Encouraged to Change Vehicle Tag Expirations
Idaho truckers can change vehicle registration renewal dates to different days as the clock counts down to Dec. 31 when 4,000 commercial vehicles registration tags expire.
Houthi Attacks Push Shipping Giants to Pause Red Sea Voyages
Attacks on merchant ships by Houthi militants near Yemen in the Red Sea have prompted trade disruption, with major vessel owners Maersk and Hapag-Lloyg halting trips through the area.
Donated Project at Mexican Border to Improve Cargo Processing
Processing cargo from Mexico is expected to improve at a border land port of entry in Los Indios, Texas, due to a $1.5 million project donated to the federal government.
ATA Leaders See Shared Emissions Challenges With EU
American Trucking Associations CEO Chris Spear said European transportation leaders are facing regulatory challenges similar to those confronting U.S. fleets.
Wyoming to Add 365 Truck Parking Spaces on I-80
The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded a $26.6 million grant to Wyoming to build 365 truck parking spaces along Interstate 80 in Evanston.
Cruise Lays Off 900, Multiple Executives as Fallout Worsens
Cruise LLC, the autonomous vehicle unit owned by General Motors Co., is cutting 24% of its workforce, extending a sweeping overhaul of the business after dismissing nine top executives.
FMCSA Leader Highlights Recruitment Efforts Targeting Women
An advisory board focused on women entering the trucking workforce is among recruitment programs meant to tackle a driver shortage industrywide, FMCSA said recently.