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Legislation that would dedicate $52 billion to boost the country’s role as a semiconductor manufacturer amid a supply chain crisis is expected to be a main item on Congress’ agenda over the coming weeks.

Congressional lawmakers are proposing measures that include a suspension of the federal gas tax to stave off soaring prices at the pump, and are considering other remedies to ease inflationary price increases as Congress averted a federal government shutdown by passing a short-term spending measure.

Legislation designed to facilitate recovery efforts for communities and commercial corridors hard-hit by natural disasters is ready for debate before the U.S. House of Representatives, the chamber’s top transportation policymaker said recently.

WASHINGTON — The chairman of a panel overseeing small business policy highlighted potential benefits a $1 trillion infrastructure law would have on freight connectivity across the country.

Max Vekich was confirmed by a 51-43 Senate vote to serve on the Federal Maritime Commission through 2026.

WASHINGTON — To alleviate supply chain woes around the country, two senior senators introduced legislation meant to improve the flow of freight at commercial ports.

Democratic leaders on the U.S. House transportation committee are proceeding with an update to the Water Resources Development Act, or WRDA.

WASHINGTON — Rep. Bob Latta of Ohio signaled his legislation on autonomous vehicle technology would advance if Republicans take over the majority in the House. Here's your Capitol Agenda look at the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.

Democratic leaders in the U.S. House of Representatives signaled the likelihood of advancing legislation meant to enhance supply chain connectivity.

WASHINGTON — Setting standards for a framework on autonomous vehicle technologies in trucking is a policy priority American Trucking Associations called on federal transportation lawmakers to pursue.