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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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Sen. Gardner, Hickenlooper Highlight Policy Records

While the 2020 presidential contest dominates national headlines, the Senate election cycle is highlighting freight transportation and infrastructure policy of states with key commercial corridors.

October 23, 2020
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Climate Change Resilience Front-and-Center for House Democrats

Pursuing infrastructure policies that adopt climate change resilience is expected next year on Capitol Hill if Democrats retain control of the U.S. House of Representatives.

October 23, 2020
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Chicago Mayor’s Budget Proposal Calls for City Fuel Tax Hike

Chicago is planning for a 3-cent fuel tax increase in an effort to help restore the city’s financial well-being amid the coronavirus pandemic,

October 22, 2020
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States Lose Fight to Get USPS Outside Monitor for Election Mail

States that claim changes by the U.S. Postal Service will threaten mail-in voting failed again to get an independent monitor appointed to observe the agency’s compliance with a court order.

October 22, 2020
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Mullen Reports Profit Gain on Lower Revenue in Q3

Mullen Group posted a gain in profit during the third quarter, helped by COVID-19-related economic subsidies, an improving economy and strong e-commerce business.

October 22, 2020
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Pelosi Says ‘Just About There’ on Stimulus; Senate Hurdle Awaits

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said she and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin are “just about there†on a deal for a coronavirus relief package even as there are outstanding differences still being negotiated.

October 22, 2020
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Ports Report Strong September as Retailers Restock

Just months after cargo volumes plunged amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the nation’s ports are staging a comeback as falling product inventory levels at warehouses, stores and medical facilities are being quickly replenished.

October 22, 2020
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US Jobless Claims Decline After California Resumes Reporting

The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits fell for the third time in four weeks, suggesting the labor market is still gradually recovering while remaining far from its pre-pandemic health.

October 22, 2020
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Senators Laud Freight Rail Industry

As they advocated for additional emergency aid for transportation stakeholders, the leadership of a Senate committee touted freight railroads’ role during the coronavirus pandemic.

October 22, 2020
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Clarified Guidance Supports Health Care Access for Cross-Border Truckers

The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario has clarified its policy on treating truck drivers who cross the border from the United States into Canada for essential operations.

October 21, 2020