Government
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.
In Kentucky, Mitch McConnell vs. Alison Lundergan Grimes: Why You Should Care
Why you should care about Kentucky's U.S. Senate race between Republican incumbent Mitch McConnell and Democratic challenger Alison Lundergan Grimes.
Daily Briefings from Transport Topics
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In Arkansas, Mark Pryor vs. Tom Cotton: Why You Should Care
Why you should care about Arkansas' U.S. Senate race between Democratic incumbent Mark Pryor and Republican challenger Tom Cotton.
Consumer Sentiment Rises to Highest Since July 2007
Consumer confidence rose in October to a seven-year high as employment opportunities and declining gasoline prices boosted Americans’ spirits.
October 31, 2014In Maine, Susan Collins vs. Shenna Bellows: Why You Should Care
Why you should care about Maine's Senate race between Republican incumbent Susan Collins and Democratic challenger Shenna Bellows.
In New Jersey, Cory Booker vs. Jeff Bell: Why You Should Care
Why you should care about New Jersey's Senate race between incumbent Democrat Cory Booker and Republican challenger Jeff Bell.
In Kansas, Pat Roberts vs. Greg Orman: Why You Should Care
Why you should care about Kansas' Senate race between Republican incumbent Pat Roberts and independent challenger Greg Orman.
MCSAC Advises on Insurance, Mexican Trucks, CSA Programs
An advisory committee to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration offered the agency guidelines on how to revise insurance minimums, submitted a final report on the recently concluded Mexican trucks pilot program and heard an update on new rules that FMCSA will propose for its Compliance, Safety, Accountability program.
E-Log Device Certification Considered by FMCSA
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration on Oct. 28 issued an “information collection request,” seeking public comment on its plans to ask electronic logging device manufacturers to register and self-certify that their products meet the agency’s technical specifications.
Economy Grew 3.5% in Third Quarter
The economy in the U.S. expanded more than forecast in the third quarter, capping its strongest six months in more than a decade, as gains in government spending and a shrinking trade deficit made up for a slowdown in household purchases.
October 30, 2014In Louisiana, Mary Landrieu vs. Bill Cassidy: Why You Should Care
Why you should care about Louisiana's Senate race between incumbent Democrat Mary Landrieu and Republican challenger Bill Cassidy.