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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鈥檚 happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.

Government, Business, Logistics

Trump Moves Closer to Port Fee on Chinese Vessels

The Trump administration took steps to impose levies on Chinese vessels docking at U.S. ports, threatening to shake up global shipping routes and escalate the trade war.

April 18, 2025
Government, Business, Safety, Logistics

Norfolk Southern, Chemical Maker Hash Out Who Pays Residents

Norfolk Southern reached an agreement with one of two companies about how much each side will help pay for a $600 million class-action settlement after the 2023 Ohio train derailment.

April 18, 2025
Government, Business

Trump Says He鈥檚 in 鈥楴o Rush鈥 to End Tariffs

President Donald Trump said April 17 that he is in 鈥渘o rush鈥 to reach any trade deals because of the revenue his tariffs are generating.

April 17, 2025
Government, Business

US, Japan to Conduct Second Round of Trade Talks

Preparations are underway for a second round of tariff talks to take place later this month, Japan鈥檚 lead negotiator, Ryosei Akazawa, said in Washington on April 16.

April 17, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment

Ford to Raise Car Prices This Summer Unless Tariffs Ease

Ford is preparing to raise prices on cars rolling off assembly lines starting next month if President Donald Trump doesn鈥檛 deliver on the tariff relief he has hinted at for automakers.

April 17, 2025
Government, Business

Retail Sales Increase 1.4% in March Ahead of Tariffs

U.S. shoppers stepped up their shopping last month, fueled by a spending spree on big-ticket items, particularly cars, before President Donald Trump鈥檚 expansive new tariffs kicked in.

April 17, 2025
Government, Business, Fuel

Governors, Senators Ask EPA to Back Biofuel Industry

Four governors and U.S. senators from 10 states are urging EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin in separate letters to establish robust future Renewable Fuels Standards.

April 16, 2025
Government, Safety

Senate鈥檚 Spring Agenda Includes DOT Nominees

Committees with jurisdiction are expected to schedule hearings as early as this spring on the nominations of officials picked to lead the FMCSA and FHWA.

April 16, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment, Fuel

Massachusetts, Maryland Tap Brakes on Clean Trucks Enforcement

Maryland and Massachusetts have temporarily scuttled enforcing their California-based heavy truck emissions laws in deference to manufacturer difficulties.

April 16, 2025
Government, Business, Safety, Logistics

DOT Advances $150 Million Grant for Port of Entry

The Department of Transportation recently announced it will proceed with a $150 million grant to build a road and port of entry facility along the San Diego-Baja California border region.

April 16, 2025