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

GovernmentBusinessSafety

Insured Losses From Helene Expected to Reach $6.4 Billion

The assessment includes damage to privately insured automobiles as well as residential, commercial and industrial properties and the impact of business interruption.

October 2, 2024
GovernmentBusinessLogistics

Why Biden Says He Won't Invoke Taft-Hartley in Port Strike

According to the Congressional Research Service, about half the time that presidents have invoked Section 206 of Taft-Hartley, the parties worked out their differences.

October 2, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyAutonomous

Toyota Boosts Investment in Air Taxi Maker Joby Aviation

Toyota is boosting its investment in air taxi manufacturer Joby Aviation by $500 million to support plans for commercial production, bringing its total investment to $894 million.

October 2, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

FMCSA Targets Falsified ELD Records in New Approach

A fatal December 2022 crash in Virginia put a fresh spotlight on fraud, when a truck driver falsified ELD records to exceed the 11-hour driving limit.

October 2, 2024
GovernmentBusinessLogistics

Businesses Weigh Fallout From Dockworkers Strike

As day one of the dockworkers strike unfolded, economists were trying to quantify the damage from the supply chain disruption caused by the closure of 36 ports.

October 2, 2024
GovernmentBusinessSafety

Helene Leaves Flooded Farms, Fouled Rivers, Dozens Dead

As historic floodwaters unleashed by Hurricane Helene recede across the Southeast, the region faces a humanitarian, economic and ecological crisis of staggering scope.

October 2, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnology

US Imposes Duties on Solar Imports From Southeast Asia

The determination marks an early victory for domestic panel makers who say cheap imports harm their operations and threaten investments meant to cultivate a U.S. solar supply chain.

October 1, 2024
GovernmentLogistics

Congress to Finalize Transportation Funds After Elections

When lawmakers return to Washington after the November elections, their priority will be finalizing bills to fund operations at the U.S. Department of Transportation and other agencies.

October 1, 2024
GovernmentBusiness

Hurricane Devastates Cotton Crops Just Before Harvest

Cotton growers are facing devastating losses and delays from Hurricane Helene just as harvest was beginning, marking the latest blow to profits in an already weak market.

October 1, 2024
GovernmentBusiness

Manufacturing Activity Contracts for a Sixth Straight Month

U.S. manufacturing activity shrank in September for a sixth month, reflecting weak orders and declining employment.

October 1, 2024