A federal judge ordered the U.S. Postal Service to restore high-speed mail-sorting machines at any facilities that are unable to process first-class election mail quickly enough — a major concern for states as the postal agency continues to struggle with service performance.
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On Infrastructure, Trump Touts Regulatory Streamlining, Biden Eyes Clean Energy
President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden offer differing views for improving the nation's infrastructure.
October 23, 2020Sen. 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, 2020Climate 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, 2020Chicago 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, 2020States 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, 2020Mullen 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, 2020Pelosi 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, 2020Ports 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, 2020US 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