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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.

Government

Freight Growth Highlights Arizona’s Need for Truck Climbing Lanes, Parking Spaces

Arizona transportation officials have identified needs for more truck parking spaces and passing/climbing lanes on key roadways as shipments grow.

October 19, 2022
Government, Business

Senate Antitrust Panel Plans Hearing on Kroger-Albertsons Deal

The Senate plans to hold a hearing in November on Kroger Co.’s planned $24.6 billion takeover of Albertsons Cos.

October 18, 2022
Government, Fuel

White House to Tap Oil Reserve Again Amid High Fuel Prices

The Biden administration is moving toward a release of at least another 10 million to 15 million barrels of oil from the nation’s emergency stockpile in a bid to balance markets and keep gasoline prices from climbing further.

October 18, 2022
Government, Business, Logistics

FMC Commissioner Carl Bentzel Proposes Rule Emphasizing Transparency

ORLANDO, Fla. — Federal Maritime Commission member Carl Bentzel proposes to bring more transparency and efficiency to the ocean shipping industry. He unveiled his plan at the American Association of Port Authorities’ annual convention Oct. 17.

October 18, 2022
Government, Fuel

Diesel Up 11.5¢ to $5.339 a Gallon

The national average price of diesel climbed 11.5 cents to $5.339 a gallon, marking the second straight double-digit increase after five straight weeks of declines, according to Energy Information Administration data released Oct 17.

October 17, 2022
Government, Business, Safety

USDOT Updates National Safety Strategy

Additional safety strategies for the nation’s mobility networks were recently announced by the U.S. Department of Transportation as part of its comprehensive plan.

October 17, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

California Forms Statewide Alliance to Apply for Federal Hydrogen Grants

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has established a broad statewide alliance to apply for a stake of $7 billion in federal grants earmarked for national hydrogen hubs rather than forming regional partnerships with other governors.

October 17, 2022
Government, Business, Equipment, Safety

Number of Guilty Pleas in Staged Accident Scams Reaches 41

Three additional participants in staged accidents with trucks in the New Orleans area have pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit mail fraud charges, bringing to 41 the number of convicted conspirators in the FBI’s “Operation Sideswipe” investigation.

October 17, 2022
Government, Technology, Logistics, Global Freight, TCA

Truckers Win Over BNSF in Case Regarding Illinois Biometrics Law

In what is believed to be the first jury verdict related to Illinois’ strict biometrics privacy law, a $228 million judgment has been entered against BNSF Railway in a class-action lawsuit over the railroad’s collection of fingerprint data.

October 17, 2022
Government

Buttigieg, White House Promote IIJA Ahead of Elections

Reminders by President Joe Biden and his team regarding a legislative record that includes the enactment of the $1 trillion infrastructure law are omnipresent.

October 17, 2022