Latest News Updates From Noël Fletcher

GovernmentTechnologyEquipment

Kansas Breaks Ground on Expanded Diesel School

Kansas will be able to train more diesel technicians with a new $1.2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration.

April 21, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Utah to Lower Gas Tax, Impose EV Charging Tax

Gasoline taxes will drop in Utah in July, and taxes will be levied at electric vehicle charging stations starting in January, after new laws signed by Gov. Spencer Cox.

April 21, 2023
GovernmentBusinessSafety

Iowa Tort Reform Bill Goes to Governor

A landmark law in Iowa limiting jury awards to $5 million in accident lawsuits against commercial vehicles was sent to the desk of Gov. Kim Reynolds for enactment.

April 20, 2023
GovernmentTechnology

States Await DOE Hydrogen Hub Selection

Several state consortiums met the April 7 deadline to be among the nation’s first hydrogen hubs as the U.S. Department of Energy begins to evaluate applications for funding.

April 19, 2023
GovernmentBusiness

New I-75 Interchange in Florida Gets $4 Million Grant

Florida’s Interstate 75 in the Ocala area is getting a new interchange to ease congestion and support businesses such as a new Buc-ee’s travel center.

April 14, 2023
GovernmentBusiness

Michigan Grant to Upgrade Agricultural Route

A Michigan rural road grant of $790,000 will make it easier for truckers to carry pet treats and fresh fruit from two leading agricultural producers in Oceana County to homes across the nation.

April 14, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipment

Maryland Passes Clean Trucks Act With Key Caveats

Rather than rubber-stamping California’s truck emission standards, Maryland passed the Clean Trucks Act of 2023 — viewed as a fair compromise reflecting trucking industry concerns.

April 13, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyFuel

Proposed EPA Standards Are Toughest Ever for Heavy Trucks

The Environmental Protection Agency has proposed its most aggressive emission mandates for cars and heavy trucks while seeking input about how to achieve its plans.

April 12, 2023

Washington, Michigan Get Funds to Improve Border Crossings

The Department of Transportation has made its first awards from $100 million appropriated annually for fiscal years 2022-2026 in the new SMART discretionary grant program.

April 11, 2023
GovernmentBusinessLogistics

Changes Possible at Four US-Canada Vehicle Crossings

With U.S.-Canada border traffic volumes lower than before the pandemic at three entry ports in North Dakota and one in Idaho, federal officials have temporarily extended operating hours.

April 10, 2023