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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.

GovernmentFuel

Diesel Rises 1.6¢ to $2.507; Crude Inches Up to $47

The U.S. average retail price of diesel rose 1.6 cents to $2.507 as crude prices inched up toward $47 a barrel after Saudi Arabia said it would make additional cuts in its own production.

July 24, 2017
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafetyTCA

House Panel Approves Self-Driving Measure That Pre-empts State Regulations

The U.S. House Subcommittee on Digital Commerce and Consumer Protection unanimously approved a legislative markup July 19 to advance self-driving vehicle technology. Navigating the autonomous vehicle landscape has been difficult because of the traditional boundaries it breaks.

July 24, 2017
GovernmentTechnology

Capitol Agenda for the Week of July 24: The ELD Implementation Is Happening

The sky isn't falling, the end isn't near, and the ELD mandate isn't being delayed, no matter what you've read or heard. Here's the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.

July 24, 2017
GovernmentBusinessSafety

Government Watchdog Criticizes FMCSA’s Information Technology Systems

A government watchdog has issued a searing review of some of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s most critical information technology systems used to monitor the safety of motor carriers.

July 24, 2017
GovernmentBusiness

IMF Sees US Fading as Global Growth Engine

The world is leaning less on its biggest economy to sustain the global recovery, according to the International Monetary Fund.

July 24, 2017
GovernmentBusinessTCA

With Two Industrial Parks on the Horizon, Illinois County Hopes to Adopt Freight Plan

With proposals for two large scale industrial parks in the works — in Crete, Ill. and Elwood, Ill. — Will County officials say they hope their soon-to-be-adopted Community Friendly Freight Mobility Plan will help local leaders minimize the impacts of these sizable projects.

July 24, 2017
GovernmentBusinessTCA

Port Panama City Moves Forward on New East Terminal

The Panama City Port Authority on July 20 moved forward with plans for its new East Terminal.

July 24, 2017
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipment

Powering Up: Fleets Investing in In-Cab Power for Driver Medical Devices

CPAP machines need a continuous source of power. This can be a challenge for drivers on the road, particularly as the required power draw on trucks has increased with the addition of onboard electronic control modules and drivers’ increased desire to operate the electrical components for comfort and enjoyment.

July 24, 2017
GovernmentBusiness

I-15 Express Lanes Project Awarded $152 Million US DOT Loan

The Riverside County Transportation Commission will receive a $152.2 million federal loan to assist with the completion of its Interstate 15 express lanes corridor project, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced July 20.

July 21, 2017
GovernmentBusiness

Trump’s NAFTA Wish List Offers No Quick Fix, Canada Envoy Says

Negotiators will be hard-pressed to wrap up talks on the North American Free Trade Agreement anytime soon, considering the Trump administration’s list of objectives for the deal, Canada’s envoy to the United States said.

July 21, 2017