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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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DHS Lifts New York Trusted Traveler Ban

The Department of °®¶¹´«Ã½land Security announced it will lift its ban on certain Trusted Traveler Programs for New York residents.

July 24, 2020
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New-°®¶¹´«Ã½ Sales in June Surge to Highest in Almost 13 Years

New-home sales in the U.S. increased to an almost 13-year high in June, fueled by record-low borrowing costs and adding to evidence that residential real estate is a bright spot for the economy.

July 24, 2020
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DOT Releases Policy Document on Emerging Tech Engagement

Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao on July 23 unveiled guidelines that technology innovators can follow to help them engage with the federal government as they develop new projects.

July 23, 2020
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ATA Meets With OMB to Discuss Hair Sample Testing Rule

A new federal drug-testing law for truck drivers that has been held up at the White House for more than a year may finally be poised for advancement, according to an executive from American Trucking Associations who recently met with officials from the Office of Management and Budget.

July 23, 2020
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Toll Roads With Fewer Cars an Unlikely Haven for Bond Buyers

Municipal-bond investors are scouring for pockets of the $3.9 trillion market that are a haven from the coronavirus and its recession. Turns out toll roads may be a safe bet.

July 23, 2020
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Transportation Funding Bill Set for US House Floor Consideration

Legislation that would fund operations at the U.S. Department of Transportation and its agencies will be considered on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives before the end of July.

July 23, 2020
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Mnuchin Says Payroll Tax Holiday Not in Next Stimulus Bill

A payroll tax holiday sought by President Donald Trump won’t be in the next stimulus package, but may be in follow-up virus relief legislation, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said.

July 23, 2020
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1.4 Million Seek Jobless Aid, First Increase Since March

The number of laid-off Americans seeking unemployment benefits rose last week for the first time since the pandemic struck in March, evidence of the deepening economic pain the outbreak is causing to the economy.

July 23, 2020
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Fiat Chrysler, Iveco Offices Searched in Emissions Probe

FRANKFURT, Germany — Investigators searched offices of automaker Fiat Chrysler and truck maker Iveco in Germany, Switzerland and Italy on July 22 as part of an investigation into suspected illegal manipulation of diesel emissions.

July 22, 2020
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Approves Another Toll Hike

In keeping with a decadeslong pattern, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission has approved a toll rate increase for 2021.

July 22, 2020