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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

North Dakota Bill Proposes Amending Truck Restrictions for Road Train Pilot

Legislation that would temporarily amend truck length and weight restrictions is making its way through the North Dakota Legislative Assembly.

March 1, 2021
GovernmentBusinessLogistics

Shipping Begins for Third Vaccine; J&J Looks for Partners

As shipping of the third coronavirus vaccine begins, Johnson & Johnson is looking for manufacturing partnerships to increase supply of its COVID-19 vaccine that was cleared Feb. 27 by U.S. regulators, Chief Executive Officer Alex Gorsky said.

March 1, 2021
GovernmentBusinessFuel

Workhorse to Meet With USPS Over Truck Contract

Representatives of electric-truck maker Workhorse Group Inc. are scheduled to meet with officials at the U.S. Postal Service March 3 as the company explores options for challenging the loss of a massive contract to build the next generation of postal trucks.

March 1, 2021
GovernmentBusiness

Manufacturing Activity Jumps to Three-Year High in February

WASHINGTON — U.S. manufacturing expanded in February at the fastest pace in three years with the arrival of a surge in new orders.

March 1, 2021
Government

Lawmakers, Stakeholders Spotlight Deficient Bridges, Infrastructure Funding Needs

Federal officials at the transportation committees plan to meet for hearings that examine concerns across the nation’s mobility grid. Here's your Capitol Agenda look at the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.

March 1, 2021
GovernmentBusinessSafety

NHTSA Probes Engine Fires in Nearly 1.9M Toyota RAV4 SUVs

DETROIT — The U.S. government is investigating complaints of engine compartment fires in nearly 1.9 million Toyota RAV4 small SUVs.

March 1, 2021
GovernmentBusiness

MLB’s Athletics Move Step Closer to Ballpark at Port of Oakland

An environmental impact report written by City of Oakland officials and released Feb. 26 is pushing forward plans for a privately funded, baseball-only stadium at Howard Terminal at the Port of Oakland.

March 1, 2021
GovernmentSafety

US Lawmakers Introduce ‘Complete Streets’ Bill

A national program that promotes safety features for street designs recently was introduced by transportation policymakers.

February 26, 2021
GovernmentBusiness

Consumer Sentiment Fell in February to a Six-Month Low

U.S. consumer sentiment fell in February to a six-month low as expectations remained weak even while lawmakers moved closer to approving another round of financial relief.

February 26, 2021
GovernmentBusinessSafety

House to Vote on Virus Bill

WASHINGTON — Democrats are ready to shove a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package through the House on Feb. 26, despite a setback that means a minimum wage boost is unlikely to be in the final version that reaches President Joe Biden.

February 26, 2021