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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.

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Hyundai Nexo SUV Recalled Over Potentially Explosive Leak

Hyundai is recalling its hydrogen-powered Nexo SUV model in the United States for a fix after safety watchdogs warned of a potentially explosive fuel leak.

October 25, 2024
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Port of New Orleans Names CEO

Beth Ann Branch聽of Port of Mobile was chosen as the next CEO of the Port of New Orleans and Public Belt Railroad, putting a former Gulf Coast rival at the helm in New Orleans.

October 25, 2024
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Mississippi River Dries Up Again at Worst Time for Farmers

The Mississippi River is suffering from low waters for the third straight autumn, a crucial time of year when American farmers rely on the route to deliver their crops to the world.

October 25, 2024
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Ship Owner in Baltimore Bridge Collapse to Pay $102 Million

WASHINGTON 鈥 The owner and manager of the cargo ship that caused the deadly Baltimore bridge collapse have agreed to pay more than $102 million in cleanup costs to settle a DOJ lawsuit..

October 25, 2024
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Biden Greenlights Lithium Mine in Race to Secure Supply

Ioneer Ltd.鈥檚 Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Project in Nevada has received its federal permit from the Bureau of Land Management, according to a company statement Oct. 24.

October 24, 2024
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GM Sees Timing Issue as Canada Reduces EV Rebates

鈥淛ust as mandates and regulations start to bite, the timing is not necessarily lining up very well, in that the purchase incentive support comes off,鈥 GM Canada's president said.聽

October 24, 2024
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Senate Transportation Leaders in Competitive Races

Senior members of the Senate panel on freight policy have found themselves in competitive contests this fall as the parties vie for control of the chamber.

October 24, 2024
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GSA Awards $33.2M for Pacific Highway Port Modernization

The U.S. General Services Administration has awarded a $33.2 million contract to modernize Washington state鈥檚 busiest commercial border crossing with Canada.

October 24, 2024
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PHMSA Proposes Easing Burdens for Tank Truck Drivers

PHMSA said the proposed rule, announced earlier this month, would provide nearly $100 million in annual cost savings for businesses and consumers.

October 24, 2024
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Clark Beverage to Open Distribution Facility in Kentucky

C.C. Clark will invest $129 million to build a corporate headquarters as part of a new 300,000-square-foot distribution center along Kentucky鈥檚 Interstate 65 corridor.

October 23, 2024