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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, Safety, Logistics

Norfolk Southern CEO Alan Shaw Grilled on Safety Measures

WASHINGTON — A bipartisan consensus that Congress should toughen railroad regulations emerged March 22 as senators heard fresh testimony on February's fiery hazardous train derailment.

Stephen Groves | Associated Press
March 22, 2023

TT Podcasts: RoadSigns

Joel Morrow of Alpha Drivers Testing & Consulting traveled across America asking one simple question: What if a trucker designed a truck? 

Government, Business, Safety, Logistics

Congress Addresses Freight Safety Proposals

In reviewing the connectivity of the country’s supply chain, the leader of the freight policy committee in the Senate called for modernizing transportation systems to improve safety.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
March 22, 2023
Government, Business, Logistics

Work Begins to Expand Key Texas-Mexico Entry for Trucks

Construction has begun on a new commercial inspection and processing facility to make it easier and faster for truckers to bring freight through Anzalduas Port of Entry.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
March 22, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

EV Battery Aid Hangs in Balance as US Finalizes Climate Law

The interpretation of a regulation by the Treasury Department could upend expectations for how tens of billions of dollars in new electric vehicle tax incentives will be distributed.

Tom Randall | Bloomberg News
March 22, 2023
Government, Business

Fed Raises Key Rate by Quarter-Point Despite Bank Turmoil

WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve extended its yearlong fight against high inflation March 22 by raising its key interest rate a quarter-point.

Christopher Rugaber | Associated Press
March 22, 2023
Government, Technology, Equipment

Minnesota’s Tim Walz Signs Catalytic Converter Law

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed legislation to crack down on catalytic converter theft in the state, the latest in a series of moves by state lawmakers to help residents combat what has become a nationwide problem.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
March 22, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Logistics

VTNA Supplier to Open North American HQ in Virginia

A European-based component supplier to Volvo Trucks North America is locating its new North American headquarters near the vehicle maker’s production factory in Virginia’s New River Valley — a move that the state’s governor praised for bringing a jolt to the region’s business community.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
March 22, 2023
Government, Business, Technology

Biden Limits US Funds for China Chipmakers

The Biden administration is unveiling tight restrictions on new operations in China by semiconductor manufacturers that get federal funds to build in the U.S.

Jenny Leonard and Debby Wu | Bloomberg News
March 21, 2023
Government, Technology, Safety

Infrastructure Council Presses White House on Cybersecurity

At a meeting this month of the National Infrastructure Advisory Council, the group proposed a need for drills and exercises designed to enhance cybersecurity.

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

UCR Fees to Decline by 9% in 2024, FMCSA Says

Fees for Unified Carrier Registration Plan participants in 2024 will be reduced by approximately 9% compared with 2023 fees, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
March 21, 2023