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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, Fuel

Diesel Rises Again, Up 5.9¢ to $5.16 a Gallon

The national average price for diesel spiked 5.9 cents to $5.16 a gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data released April 25.

April 27, 2022
Government, Business, Safety, Logistics

STB Searches for Answers About Freight Rail Delays

The U.S. Surface Transportation Board began two days of emergency public hearings April 26 to try to find ways to loosen the still-jammed supply chain.

April 27, 2022
Government, Business, Fuel

Dems Consider Legislative Moves to Cut Gas Prices

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer met on April 27 to discuss possible legislation to reduce gas prices, according to a Democratic aide.

April 27, 2022
Government, Equipment, Safety

Bill to End Predatory Towing Goes Before Maryland Governor

Despite strong opposition from the towing industry, Maryland truckers are optimistic the governor will sign a bill to end predatory towing practices on highways under the jurisdiction of the state police.

April 26, 2022
Government, Business, Fuel

US Earmarks $504 Million for World’s Largest Hydrogen Hub

The U.S. is backing a project to create the world’s largest hydrogen production and storage facility in Utah in a push to bring the clean-burning fuel into the mainstream.

April 26, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Fuel

US Senate Transportation Leader Touts Biden Emissions Program

The leader of the transportation policy committee in the U.S. Senate endorsed the Biden administration’s latest initiative to curb emissions through a comprehensive funding program.

April 26, 2022
Government, Business, Safety, Logistics

Local Leaders Embrace White House Rural Infrastructure Plan

Rural communities across the country are participating through the National League of Cities in a White House virtual initiative to learn more about gaining access to federal infrastructure funds.

April 25, 2022
Government, Business, Technology

Elon Musk, Twitter Agree on $44 Billion Deal

Elon Musk reached an agreement to buy Twitter for about $44 billion on April 25, promising a more lenient touch to policing content on the platform where he promotes his interests, attacks critics and opines on social and economic issues to more than 83 million followers.

April 25, 2022
Government, Business, Logistics

Vancouver’s Jammed Warehouses Cast Light on Rising Costs

To understand why inflation is running so hot, look to Canada’s West Coast. Vancouver, the home of one of North America’s busiest ports, is bursting at the seams.

April 25, 2022
Government, Business, Logistics

STB Proposes Emergency Action to Keep Rail Freight Moving

The U.S. Surface Transportation Board proposed a rule change that aims to bring immediate relief for shippers facing poor rail service, asserting that the agency can take emergency action on its own to address delays.

April 22, 2022