President Donald Trump says he’s open to an investigation of Postmaster General Louis DeJoy following published reports that former employees of DeJoy, a major donor to Trump and other Republicans, said they felt pressured to make campaign contributions to GOP candidates.
September 8, 2020Transportation 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.
Oil Sinks With Equities on Wavering Hopes for Demand Pickup
Oil tumbled below $40 a barrel for the first time in a month, with a sell-off in equities and a stronger dollar exacerbating demand concerns as a lackluster summer driving season draws to a close.
September 4, 2020Kansas DOT Opens Application Window for Cost Share Program
The Kansas Department of Transportation is accepting applications for its popular Cost Share Program, which provides funding for transportation projects.
September 4, 2020Unemployment Rate Drops by More Than Expected to 8.4%
The U.S. labor-market rebound extended for a fourth month in August, offering hope that the economy can continue to recover despite a persistent pandemic and Washington’s standoff over further government aid to jobless Americans and small businesses.
September 4, 2020FMCSA Pilot Would Allow Younger Drivers in Interstate Commerce
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has announced a proposal and request for comment on a new pilot program to allow drivers ages 18-20 to operate commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce.
September 4, 2020Kentucky Officials Announce Funds for Industrial Access Roads
Kentucky officials recently announced funding will be directed to industrial access road infrastructure projects to promote economic development and the movement of freight.
September 4, 2020Tech Rout Sends Stock Market to Biggest Loss Since June
Wall Street’s euphoria took a break Sept. 3, as steep losses in technology stocks dragged the rest of the market down with them.
September 3, 2020DOT Releases National Freight Strategic Plan
U.S. Department of Transportation officials convened virtually to unveil the comprehensive National Freight Strategic Plan on Sept. 3.
September 3, 2020Trucking Surges as Capacity Tightens Amid Continued Pandemic
More than six months into the COVID-19 pandemic the trucking industry’s health is stronger than the U.S. economy, as segments used in final-mile delivery, e-commerce, and deliveries to grocery stores and hospitals thrive.
September 3, 2020Freight Market Could Be Shifting in Favor of Carriers
The freight market could be shifting toward carriers after favoring shippers the past two years.
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