“This is the Manhattan Project moment for rare earths,” said Joshua Ballard, CEO of USA Rare Earth, which plans next year to start making the rare-earth magnets that appear in many products.
August 27, 2025Transportation Compliance News
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.
Trump’s 50% Tariffs on India Over Russian Oil Take Effect
The Indian government estimates the tariffs will impact $48.2 billion worth of exports.
August 27, 2025EU to Propose Removing US Tariffs to Meet Trump Demand
If the EU proposes the legislation by the end of the month, then the 15% tariff rate on European cars will be back-dated to Aug. 1.
August 27, 2025DOT to Reclaim Control of DC’s Union Station
The move is part of a broader effort by the administration to take back direct control of key rail hubs along the Northeast Corridor.
August 27, 2025Trump Slashes $175 Million From California Rail Projects
Trump has long been a critic of the project, which has been marred with cost overruns and constant delays, arguing that the effort has wasted taxpayers’ dollars.
August 27, 2025Bank of Canada Holds Firm on 2% Inflation Target
Speaking in Mexico City, Bank of Canada's Tiff Macklem previewed some of the issues being considered in the coming review of the central bank’s monetary policy framework. Â
August 26, 2025Consumer Confidence Declines With Recession Fears Rising
A measure of Americans’ short-term expectations for income, business conditions and the job market fell 1.2 points to 74.8, remaining below 80, the marker that can signal a recession ahead.
August 26, 2025CPKC Not Interested in Merger, Warns of Risks
The statement comes about a month after rival Union Pacific agreed to acquire Norfolk Southern in a cash-and-stock transaction valuing the company at about $72 billion.
August 26, 2025EPA Moves to Block California’s Roadside Emissions Checks
This time EPA is targeting the California Air Resources Board’s Clean Truck Check law, also known as the Heavy-Duty Inspection and Maintenance Program.
August 26, 2025End of De Minimis Rule Aug. 29 to Hit Shoppers, Businesses
Having to pay import taxes on small parcels from other countries likely will be a big change for some small businesses and online shoppers.
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