Maryland Leaders Push for Federal Aid
The governor of Maryland in pointed remarks challenged federal lawmakers to see for themselves the devastation wrought by the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
April 18, 2024Daily Briefings from Transport Topics
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Capitol Hill Republicans Press Acting Labor Secretary Su
During a U.S. House subcommittee hearing with acting Labor Secretary Julie Su on April 17, a Republican lawmaker on the panel raised concerns about a federal employee classification rule.
April 18, 2024A Weakening Diesel Market Is Becoming a Problem for Oil
The global diesel market is deteriorating, a concerning economic signal and food for thought for bullish oil traders.
April 18, 2024Report: Drug Clearinghouse Creates Advantages, Challenges for Industry
On Nov. 18, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration will start notifying state licensing agencies when a driver licensed in a state is newly prohibited in the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.
April 18, 2024Philadelphia Judge Rejects $25M Jury Verdict in Truck Crash
A state judge of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas in March erased a “clearly inappropriate” $25 million jury verdict for punitive damages in a 2019 truck-involved accident lawsuit.
April 18, 2024US to Provide $6.1 Billion for Micron Technology Chip Plants
WASHINGTON — The Biden administration has reached an agreement to provide $6.1 billion in government support for Micron Technology to produce advanced memory computer chips.
April 18, 2024Firms Fret Over Any Lengthy Baltimore Port Closure
The closure of the Port of Baltimore has so far not led to broad price increases, though firms are concerned about any extended shutdown, according to a Federal Reserve report.
April 18, 2024US Reimposes Oil Sanctions on Venezuela
MIAMI — The Biden administration on April 17 reimposed crushing oil sanctions on Venezuela.
April 18, 2024NYC Congestion Plan Adds Money to Offset N.J. Harm, MTA Says
New York City’s congestion pricing plan will now include funds to help alleviate potential pollution issues the new tolling program may spark in New Jersey.
April 17, 2024Virginia Touts Robust Economic Growth in Richmond Region
Virginia state and Henrico County officials touted a series of grand openings, including an Amazon robotics fulfillment center and a Coca-Cola Consolidated distribution facility.
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