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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.

Government, Business

Trucking LLCs Must File New Federal Report Under Law

Trucking company owners may find themselves among the limited liability company proprietors facing penalties if they fail to report information required by the Treasury Department.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
April 1, 2024

TT 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.

Government, Business

House Transportation Leaders Tout FHWA Pushback

House transportation leaders touted a Texas federal judge’s recent decision to strike down a Federal Highway Administration rule about emissions targets.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
April 1, 2024
Government, Business, Safety

US Traffic Deaths Decline by an Estimated 3.6% in 2023

A total of 40,990 people died in motor vehicle traffic crashes on U.S. roadways in 2023, a 3.6% decline over the 42,514 highway deaths the prior year, according to estimates from NHTSA.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
April 1, 2024
Government, Business, Logistics

Landmark Ceramics to Invest $72 Million in Tennessee Logistics Hub

Landmark Ceramics will invest $72 million to expand its tile production near Nashville, Tenn., by creating a new logistics hub with advanced technology to enhance distribution operations.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
April 1, 2024
Government, Business

US Manufacturing Activity Expands for First Time Since 2022

U.S. factory activity unexpectedly expanded in March for the first time since September 2022 on a sharp rebound in production and stronger demand, while input costs climbed.

Mark Niquette | Bloomberg News
April 1, 2024
Government, Business, Safety, Logistics

East Coast Ports Scramble to Absorb Cargo

East Coast ports are modifying their operations to absorb cargo diverted from Baltimore harbor, where salvage specialists are starting to clear debris from the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

Brendan Murray | Bloomberg News
April 1, 2024
Government, Business, Safety, Logistics

Alternate Channel Opens at Baltimore Bridge Site

BALTIMORE — The U.S. Coast Guard has opened a temporary, alternate channel for commercially essential vessels near the fallen Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.

April 1, 2024
Government, Business, Logistics, For-Hire

UPS to Become the Primary Air Cargo Provider for USPS

UPS will become the primary air cargo provider for the United States Postal Service after FedEx said it wasn’t able to reach an agreement on mutually beneficial terms to extend its contract.

Michelle Chapman | Associated Press
April 1, 2024
Government, Business, Equipment, Fuel

Trucking Trade Groups Oppose EPA Phase 3 Rule

The Environmental Protection Agency’s Phase 3 emissions final rule has been met with widespread opposition by key players in the trucking industry.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
March 29, 2024
Government, Business, Logistics

Baltimore Port Truckers Pursue Regulatory Waivers

Maryland truckers impacted by limitations at the Port of Baltimore are seeking emergency waivers from regulations to avert financial hardships.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
March 29, 2024