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.
Army Corps: Full Port of Baltimore Access Coming This Month
WASHINGTON — The Port of Baltimore’s waterways are on track to being fully accessible by the end of this month, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers told members of Congress on May 15.
FY25 Transportation Bill on House Agenda
WASHINGTON — Legislation that would fund operations at the U.S. Department of Transportation in fiscal 2025 will be considered by a House committee next month.
Patent Infringement Probe Opens Against Motive Technologies
The U.S. International Trade Commission agreed to open an investigation into patent infringement allegations by Samsara that Motive Technologies has violated a provision of the Tariff Act.
Long Beach ‘Tri-Gen’ Ops Start for Toyota Vehicle Facility
Civic officials and business executives on May 2 celebrated the opening of “Tri-gen,” an energy generation project at the Port of Long Beach.
Bridge From Galveston to Island Closes After Barge Strike
A bridge connecting Galveston, Texas, with a small nearby island was shut down after a barge strike.
Infrastructure Stakeholders Renew Calls for Funding
WASHINGTON — Approving legislation that promotes funding for safety programs and supply chain connectivity is atop the priority list for infrastructure stakeholders.
Motional Halts Las Vegas Commercial Self-Driving Operations
Autonomous vehicle company Motional is halting its Las Vegas commercial self-driving operations and laying off 129 Southern Nevada employees.
Spate of Self-Driving Probes Points to Higher Safety Bar
Companies offering driver-assistance systems and developing autonomous vehicles are entering a new phase of more exacting oversight.
Inflation Eased in April in the First Slowdown of 2024
WASHINGTON — Consumer inflation in the U.S. cooled slightly last month after three elevated readings, likely offering a tentative sigh of relief for officials at the Federal Reserve.
US Cites Threat of Chinese EVs Made in Mexico as Trade Worry
The Biden administration is keeping an eye on attempts by Chinese companies to export cars from Mexico into the United States.