Eugene Mulero

Eugene Mulero

Senior Reporter

@eugenemulero

Eugene Mulero is a senior reporter at Transport Topics where he reports on Congress, trends in intermodal connectivity and federal elections.


Government

Shutdown Averted: Congress Approves Nov. 17 Funding Fix

Capitol Agenda: Before Congress cleared for the president a temporary funding bill, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg made the case for keeping the government operating.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
October 2, 2023
Government

Funding Disagreements Dominate Congressional Debate

Varying perspectives on Capitol Hill regarding federal funding priorities point to potential disruptions at certain agencies, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said recently.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
September 28, 2023
Government, Business, Safety

Truck Parking Projects on Docket, Secretary Buttigieg Says

Increasing parking availability for the nation’s truck drivers remains high on the U.S. Department of Transportation’s agenda, Secretary Pete Buttigieg indicated recently.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
September 27, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Logistics, Autonomous

House Policymakers Eye Supply Chain Reforms

Ensuring the safety and efficiency of the nation’s supply chain is an ongoing priority for key policymakers in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
September 27, 2023
Government, Safety

Policymakers Urge Action on Rail Safety Bill

A group of senators is renewing calls for a floor vote on legislation meant to improve safety across freight rail networks.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
September 26, 2023
Government

Congressional Leaders Working to Avert Shutdown

WASHINGTON — When the clock strikes midnight Oct. 1, the federal government is bound to experience a partial shutdown if Congress doesn’t sign off on legislation that would do otherwise.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
September 25, 2023
Equipment, Safety

Elite Truckers to Test Skills at Fundraiser Sept. 23

A month after the National Truck Driving Championships, elite commercial drivers will have a forum to display their talents.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
September 22, 2023
Government, Business

Freight Executives Press Congress on Trucking Priorities

WASHINGTON — Policy initiatives that could improve economic and legal conditions for the trucking industry were raised during a meeting between family-owned stakeholders and lawmakers.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
September 21, 2023
Government, Business

Buttigieg Emphasizes Supply Chain, Safety at House Hearing

WASHINGTON — The nation’s top transportation officer said the infrastructure law and other administration initiatives are helping to improve freight connectivity and highway safety.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
September 21, 2023
Government, Business, Equipment

House Committee Hears Arguments on Excise Tax Repeal

The repeal of a tax on the purchase of new trucks was discussed during a recent hearing in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
September 20, 2023