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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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Drop in Jobless Claims Shows Firm Labor Market

Applications for U.S. unemployment benefits declined for the second time in three weeks, indicating the labor market is holding steadfast in the face of slower global demand and trade tensions.

August 8, 2019
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ELDT Compliance Urged Despite FMCSA’s Proposed Delays

Despite proposed delays regarding certain parts of the federal Entry Level Driver Training rule, commercial driver license training schools shouldn’t dawdle as the rule’s upcoming effective date nears, according to training expert Jim Butler.

August 7, 2019
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Jack Cooper Files for Bankruptcy, but Pledges 'Business as Usual'

Despite filing for bankruptcy, it will be “business as usual” for Jack Cooper Ventures Inc.

August 7, 2019
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Canadian Trucking Alliance Urges Provinces to Adopt ELDs

The Canadian Trucking Alliance has initiated conversations with transportation ministers in an effort to encourage adoption of electronic logging devices at the provincial level.

August 7, 2019
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As China Halts US Soy Purchases, ‘Unknown’ Buyers Step Up

While China announced it has halted imports of American soybeans, a mysterious buyer has stepped up. The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Aug. 7 a sale of 165,000 metric tons of the oilseed to “unknown destinations.”

August 7, 2019
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Tesla Scrutinized by NHTSA Over Model 3 Safety Claims

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration sent Tesla Inc.’s Elon Musk a cease-and-desist letter last year regarding Model 3 safety claims and has subpoenaed the carmaker for information on several crashes, according to documents posted by a nonprofit advocacy group.

August 7, 2019
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World Economy Edges Closer to Recession as Trade Woes Spread

The escalating trade war between the U.S. and China is nudging the world economy toward its first recession in a decade with investors demanding politicians and central bankers act fast to change course.

August 7, 2019
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ARTBA Promotes Schapker to VP Role

Lauren Schapker recently was tapped to play a key role in the American Road and Transportation Builders Association’s efforts to advance its national agenda.

August 7, 2019
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Trump’s Bid to Ease Auto Rules Would Hike Fuel Costs, Study Says

President Donald Trump’s plan to freeze U.S. vehicle efficiency standards would hike costs for motorists without doing anything to boost highway safety, according to an analysis by Consumer Reports that undermines the administration’s chief talking points in favor of the move.

August 7, 2019
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Sears, Kmart to Close 26 More Stores in US in October

The Sears store culling isn’t over. The struggling retailer will shutter 26 more of its large-format Sears and Kmart stores in late October, it announced on its website. Any of the locations with auto centers will close those divisions in late August, it said.

August 7, 2019