The U.S. revoked its tariff exemption on lower-value packages from across the world, starting Aug. 29.
August 26, 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.
US Takes Steps to Hit India With 50% Tariff
President Donald Trump announced plans earlier this month to double tariffs on Indian goods from 25% to 50% over its purchases of Russian oil.
August 26, 2025Trump Threatens 3 States Over English Enforcement for Drivers
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the states will lose money from the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program if they don’t comply with the rules within 30 days.
August 26, 2025Florida Launches Immigration Checks at Weigh Stations
“If you come through these inspection stations and you are an illegal or breaking the law you will be handed over to our local or federal law enforcement partners,” a Florida official said.
August 25, 2025Canada’s LeBlanc Will Head to Washington for Trade Talks
“We are looking, I hope, for an agreement that will put us in a better position than we are right now,” Dominic LeBlanc said Aug. 25 in a French-language radio interview.
August 25, 2025US, South Korea Eye Closer Ties on Security, Shipbuilding
Still, President Trump indicated that the agreement for a 15% tariff on South Korean imports would likely stick as is, despite Seoul’s efforts to secure better terms.Â
August 25, 2025US Agency Proposes Including Copper in Critical Minerals
The Trump administration has made the revival of U.S. metals and minerals production a key priority with a focus on copper, which is used in transportation.
August 25, 2025NHTSA Investigates Honda Engine Failure Risks
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it’s aware of about 3,000 complaints alleging that 3.5 liter V-6 engines in Honda and Acura vehicles from the 2016 through 2020 model years failed because of faulty connecting rod bearings.
August 25, 2025Swiss Post Joins Other Nations Suspending US Goods Shipments
The move by Switzerland’s national postal service follows President Donald Trump’s elimination of a tariff loophole for so-called “de minimis” merchandise.
August 25, 2025Undocumented Driver Accused in Florida Crash Is Denied Bond
The crash sparked a clash between DHS and California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom over Harjinder Singh, a native of India, obtaining a work permit and driver’s license in the state.
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