USDOT Recognizes Louisiana’s Anti-Human Trafficking Initiative
Louisiana’s transportation department is among the groups recently recognized by the U.S. Department of Transportation for its anti-human trafficking efforts.
2021: Year of the $1 Trillion Infrastructure Law
A long-awaited federal bill that will fund upgrades to the nation’s highway infrastructure was finalized during 2021, the culmination of tough legislative effort and a welcome outcome for trucking.
Responding to Supply Chain Needs, USDOT Announces Maritime Grants
To continue its push to alleviate freight bottlenecks nationwide, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced a series of grants for commercial maritime operations and freight hubs along key parts of the supply chain.
USDOT Nominees Await Action in Senate
Nominees for senior roles at the U.S. Department of Transportation continue to await consideration before the U.S. Senate.
South Dakota Freight Project Awarded $22M USDOT Grant
The South Dakota Department of Transportation was recently awarded a federal grant for a corridor essential to the region’s flow of freight, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced.
USDOT Highlights State Benefits in $1T Infrastructure Law
A state-by-state summary and analysis from the U.S. Department of Transportation of the recently enacted $1 trillion federal infrastructure bill highlights funding provisions tucked in the law.
USDOT, California Announce Supply Chain Strategic Partnership
With the Biden administration seeking remedies to ameliorate freight connectivity concerns related to the national supply chain, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced a partnership with agencies in California.
Senate Leaders Propose Fiscal 2022 Funding Increase for USDOT
Legislation that would boost funding for federal transportation programs in fiscal 2022 was unveiled by leaders in the U.S. Senate on Oct. 18.
White House Climate Action Plan Includes USDOT
In response to growing concerns associated with severe weather events linked to climate change activity, the U.S. Department of Transportation recently unveiled a comprehensive plan that pursues the administration’s aims for improving infrastructure.
Colorado’s Central 70 Project Receives Federal Boost
A highway project vital to the flow of freight and commuters in Colorado will receive additional federal backing, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced recently.