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Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.), a member of the Commerce Committee, is a co-sponsor of the legislation. (Graeme Sloan/Bloomberg News)
US Lawmakers Introduce ‘Complete Streets’ Bill
Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.), a member of the Commerce Committee, is a co-sponsor of the legislation. (Graeme Sloan/Bloomberg News)
A national program that promotes safety features for street designs recently was introduced by transportation policymakers.
February 26, 2021
Government, Business
A pedestrian wearing a protective mask carries a shopping bag in San Francisco. (David Paul Morris/Bloomberg News)
Consumer Sentiment Fell in February to a Six-Month Low
A pedestrian wearing a protective mask carries a shopping bag in San Francisco. (David Paul Morris/Bloomberg News)
U.S. consumer sentiment fell in February to a six-month low as expectations remained weak even while lawmakers moved closer to approving another round of financial relief.
February 26, 2021
Government, Business, Safety
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer answers questions at a past news conference. (J. Scott Applewhite/Associated Press)
House to Vote on Virus Bill
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer answers questions at a past news conference. (J. Scott Applewhite/Associated Press)
WASHINGTON — Democrats are ready to shove a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package through the House on Feb. 26, despite a setback that means a minimum wage boost is unlikely to be in the final version that reaches President Joe Biden.
February 26, 2021
Government, Business, Logistics
President Joe Biden pauses after signing an executive order relating to U.S. supply chains on Feb. 24 (Evan Vucci/AP)
Biden Orders USDOT to Review Supply Chain
President Joe Biden pauses after signing an executive order relating to U.S. supply chains on Feb. 24 (Evan Vucci/AP)
President Joe Biden has directed the Department of Transportation to conduct a review of the nation’s supply chain in the wake of challenges that arose during the earlier days of the coronavirus pandemic.
February 25, 2021
Government, Safety
Traffic on the American Legion Bridge, which connects Fairfax, Va., with Montgomery County, Md., via Interstate 495. (Google Street View)
Maryland DOT Selects Developer for Major P3
Traffic on the American Legion Bridge, which connects Fairfax, Va., with Montgomery County, Md., via Interstate 495. (Google Street View)
The Maryland Department of Transportation has selected Accelerate Maryland Partners to serve as the developer for a major public-private partnership to improve traffic congestion.
February 25, 2021
Government, Business, Logistics, Top 50, Top 100
A UPS truck exits a distribution center in Chicago in November 2020. (Christopher Dilts/Bloomberg News)
UPS Expects 40% Jump in Vaccine Doses Next Week, Peak in May
A UPS truck exits a distribution center in Chicago in November 2020. (Christopher Dilts/Bloomberg News)
UPS Inc. and FedEx Corp. are ramping up vaccine distribution, with plans for additional gains if Johnson & Johnson’s inoculation is cleared by U.S. regulators.
February 25, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel
Secretary Buttigieg delivers his address virtually. (Transport Topics)
Secretary Pete Buttigieg Suggests Usage Charge as Sustainable Funding Solution
Secretary Buttigieg delivers his address virtually. (Transport Topics)
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg acknowledged the lack of sustainable transportation financing sources, but suggested an increase to the federal fuel tax rate would not offer a long-term solution.
February 25, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel
Former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm appears before the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee during a nomination hearing on Jan. 27. (Grame Jennings/Pool via AP)
Senate Confirms EV Proponent Jennifer Granholm as Energy Secretary
Former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm appears before the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee during a nomination hearing on Jan. 27. (Grame Jennings/Pool via AP)
Former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm won Senate confirmation Feb. 25 to be President Joe Biden’s energy secretary. The vote was 64-35.
February 25, 2021
Government, Business
Steven Senne/Associated Press
Orders for US Durable Goods Climb 3.4% in January
Steven Senne/Associated Press
Orders to U.S. factories for big-ticket goods shot up 3.4% in January, pulled up by surge in orders for civilian aircraft. A category that tracks business investment posted a more modest gain, the Commerce Department reported Feb. 25.
February 25, 2021
Government, Business, Safety
Some of the measures will include the safety of pedestrians. (txking/Getty Images)
Safety Is a Priority for Policymakers Pursuing Highway Bill
Some of the measures will include the safety of pedestrians. (txking/Getty Images)
Transportation policymakers in Congress aiming to produce comprehensive highway legislation this year pledged to boost safety policies across the mobility grid.
February 25, 2021