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.
New Congressional Infrastructure Caucus Promotes Access, Resilience
WASHINGTON — Congestion relief, climate resilience and transit accessibility are among the policies a small group of U.S. House lawmakers are promoting as Congress readies a comprehensive highway bill.
Truckers Advised to Watch for Invasive Spotted Lanternfly
Truckers doing business in counties under quarantine are playing an unwitting role in the spread of the spotted lanternfly.
UK, EU Reach Tentative Brexit Deal
BRUSSELS — Britain and the European Union finally reached a new tentative Brexit deal Oct. 17. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson now faces the Herculean task of selling the accord to his recalcitrant Parliament.
White House, Democrats Upbeat on USMCA Despite Impeachment Prospects
The White House and House Democrats are increasingly upbeat that the stalled U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement can be amended and approved in Congress, despite the rancorous impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump.
Florida DOT Surveys Stakeholders on Truck Parking Issues
The Florida Department of Transportation is conducting a survey to study truck parking issues.
Economic Slowdown Drags Union Pacific Q3 Profit Down 2%
Union Pacific released third-quarter financial results Oct. 16 that showed declines in net income and revenue, and also a quarterly record for operating ratio.
October 17, 2019Port of Seattle Partners With WeWork on Maritime Business Incubator
Port of Seattle is partnering with WeWork to attract younger workers to the maritime sector.
Farmers Blame Trump for Biofuels Rule They View as Betrayal
DES MOINES, Iowa — Agriculture commodity groups and some farmers expressed frustration and anger Oct. 16 with a rule released by the Environmental Protection Agency that they said fails to uphold a promise President Donald Trump made 12 days ago to fulfill the intent of an ethanol law passed by Congress.
FedEx Files $212 Million Building Permit for World Hub in Tennessee
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — FedEx officials confirm the company has filed a building permit for its new package sorting facility and world hub in Tennessee.
October 17, 2019Future of Workforce a Priority Amid AI Push, Lawmakers Say
WASHINGTON — The advancements in artificial intelligence will require a national strategy that ensures workers are able to adapt to sweeping changes, two members of Congress active in this national debate said Oct. 16.