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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.

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Biden to Approach China Relationship With ā€˜Patience,’ White House Says

President Joe Biden’s administration is approaching its relationship with Beijing with ā€œpatienceā€ and plans to review hard-line policies that were a hallmark of Donald Trump’s presidency, Press Secretary Jen Psaki said.

January 25, 2021
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Biden ā€˜Open to Negotiate’ on Stimulus, Seeks GOP Backing

President Joe Biden said he’s open to reshaping his $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief proposal as the administration seeks a bipartisan deal, though didn’t rule out pursuing a Democrat-only route for passage.

January 25, 2021
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Transformative Infrastructure Plan Emerges on Biden’s Agenda

Unveiling a multitrillion-dollar economic recovery plan meant as an investment for the country’s infrastructure is on the White House’s to-do list for the coming weeks. Here's your Capitol Agenda look at the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.

January 25, 2021
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Connecticut DOT Unveils $9.7 Billion Transportation Investment Plan

The Connecticut Department of Transportation released its $9.7 billion capital plan, which includes investments across various modes of transportation over the next five years.

January 25, 2021
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ā€˜Spotter’ in New Orleans Accident Scam Sentenced to 21 Months

A so-called spotter who participated in at least two staged accidents against trucks in the New Orleans area has been sentenced to 21 months in prison for his part in the wire fraud conspiracy.

January 22, 2021
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Senate Committee to Meet for Gina Raimondo Confirmation Hearing

President Joe Biden’s pick to lead the U.S. Department of Commerce is scheduled to defend her nomination before a Senate panel Jan. 26.

January 22, 2021
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Oregon DOT Surveys Drivers Ahead of Local Road Usage Pilot

The Oregon Department of Transportation is in the process of determining whether interested Portland-area drivers are eligible to participate in a road usage pilot program.

January 22, 2021
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Safety, Infrastructure Top Buttigieg’s Agenda at Senate Hearing

President Joe Biden’s nominee to head the Department of Transportation pointed to the importance of safely moving people and goods and the new administration’s goal of modernizing the nation’s mobility networks as key areas of focus for him during his Jan. 21 Senate nomination hearing.

January 21, 2021
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Audit Finds Flaws in FMCSA Monitoring of Drivers’ Medical Qualifications

An Inspector General audit has found weaknesses in regulators’ monitoring of medical examiner qualifications and ensuring that truck drivers meet physical qualification standards to safely operate commercial vehicles.

January 21, 2021
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Biden Appoints Slew of DOT Officials

President Joe Biden has appointed Meera Joshi to serve as deputy administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

January 21, 2021