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.
Diesel Price Nudges Up to $4.034 a Gallon
The national average diesel price edged up six-tenths of a cent to $4.034 a gallon in its second consecutive modest increase, according to Energy Information Administration data released March 25.
March 25, 2024TT Podcasts: RoadSigns
Check out Transport Topics' updated Top 100 list of the largest logistics companies in North America, and explore how the industry's top players have adapted to a tough freight market and are preparing for the future.
Biden Enacts Fiscal 2024 Bills
Enactment of a fiscal 2024 funding package by President Joe Biden on March 23 paves the way for negotiations on next fiscal year’s funding measures.
Exxon Presses Case for Hydrogen Tax Credit
Exxon Mobil pressed the case for hydrogen produced from natural gas to receive U.S. tax credits under the IRA after signing an accord to sell the fuel to Japan’s biggest power provider.
CATL Works With Tesla on Fast-Charging Cells
Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. is working on faster charging batteries for Tesla Inc. as Elon Musk’s automaker seeks to defend its market share and roll out an electric car for under $25,000.
March 25, 2024Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun to Step Down This Year
Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun will step down from the embattled plane maker at the end of the year after a series of mishaps at one of America’s most storied manufacturers.
March 25, 2024Exxon Confident Its Intent With Guyana Contract Will Prevail
Exxon Mobil Corp. is convinced its interpretation of intent in a Guyanese oil contract signed a decade ago will prevail in a landmark arbitration case against Chevron Corp.
Congress Approves $1.2 Trillion Package of Spending Bills
WASHINGTON — Congress approved a $1.2 trillion package of spending bills early on March 23 just a few hours after funding for some key federal agencies was set to expire.
GOP Lawmaker Calls for Contractor Rule Suspension
Rep. Kevin Kiley is among a contingent of lawmakers advancing a congressional maneuver that would pause enforcement of a federal employee classification rule that affects truck drivers.
Fla. Bill Tackling Predatory Towing Moves to Governor’s Desk
A proposed law with sweeping changes to curb predatory towing practices in Florida has moved from the state Legislature to Gov. Ron DeSantis' desk.
Port Leaders at Legislative Summit Want Permitting Reform
WASHINGTON — U.S. port leaders say the permitting and government review process to get projects approved needs to be improved.