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Eugene Mulero

Eugene Mulero

Senior Reporter

Eugene Mulero is a senior reporter at Transport Topics where he reports on Congress, trends in intermodal connectivity and federal elections.


GovernmentBusiness

Labor Secretary Nominee Su Awaits Senate Vote Amid Pushback

Nearly two months after a committee approved Acting Labor Secretary Julie Sus nomination to lead the department, Democratic leaders in the Senate have yet to schedule a floor vote.

June 15, 2023
Government

House Lawmakers Introduce Bathroom Access Bill

The bipartisan Trucker Bathroom Access Act, which would泭ensure access to restrooms for commercial drivers on the job recently, was introduced in the House of Representatives.

June 13, 2023
GovernmentSafety

DOTs Polly Trottenberg Chosen as Acting FAA Head

WASHINGTON President Joe Biden has picked Polly Trottenberg, a top aide in the Transportation Department, to serve as acting administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration.

June 13, 2023
GovernmentBusinessSafety

Supply Chain, Freight Legislation on Congress Summer Agenda

A series of bills meant to expedite supply chain operations and improve freight rail safety await consideration in the U.S. House and the Senate.

June 8, 2023
GovernmentBusiness

Schumer Works to Schedule Vote on Julie Sus Nomination

A vote to confirm Julie Su, President Joe Bidens nominee to lead the Department of Labor, is on the radar for Senate Democrats.

June 8, 2023
GovernmentBusiness

Congressional Funding Leaders Eye Fiscal 2024 Bills

Moving on from monthslong negotiations over the nations debt ceiling, congressional leaders are turning their attention to the annual budget process on Capitol Hill.

June 7, 2023
GovernmentSafety

White House Withdraws NHTSA Nominee Ann Carlson

Ann Carlson, President Joe Bidens nominee to lead the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, was recently withdrawn from consideration, the White House announced.

June 6, 2023
EquipmentSafety

Road to NTDC Spotlight: Roland Bolduc, Part 2

In March and April, FedEx Express driver Roland Bolduc began gearing up for more state and National Truck Driving championships crowns. Here's the second in a series.

May 26, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Veto Expected After Congress Rescinds EPA Emissions Rule

A proposal to roll back federal emission standards associated with heavy-duty commercial vehicles advanced to President Joe Biden, who has vowed to veto the legislation.

May 24, 2023
Government

Supply Chain Bills Reach House Floor

A panel in the House of Representatives recently approved proposals to boost the freight workforce and increase efficiency along commercial corridors.

May 24, 2023