President Trump’s plan to use corporate profits returned from overseas to help finance nationwide improvements to roads, bridges, airports and other public works picked up an important supporter in the U.S. House: Rep. Bill Shuster.
February 8, 2017GovernmentFuel
Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin Proposes Gas, Diesel Tax Increase
Oklahoma’s tax on gas and diesel would increase under a budget proposal Gov. Mary Fallin (R) presented to legislators this week.
February 7, 2017Government
New S.C. Gov. Henry McMaster Calls Gas Tax Hike a 'Last Resort,' House GOP Says
As South Carolina lawmakers weigh raising the gas tax, Gov. Henry McMaster urged them to see any tax hike as a “last resort,” according to several Republicans he addressed.
February 7, 2017GovernmentBusiness
Trump Should Play Nice in Nafta Talks, US Chamber Chief Says
President Trump should renegotiate Nafta in a way that builds upon — rather than hinders — the movement of goods and people between Canada, the United States and Mexico, the head of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce said.
February 7, 2017Government
Here Comes the Economic Growth That Confidence Data’s Predicting
It turns out businesses and consumers have reason to be confident economic growth is about to pick up. But it’s not because of President Donald Trump’s policy prescriptions.
February 6, 2017Government
Pelosi Says Democrats Willing to Work With Trump on Infrastructure
House Democrats could find common ground with President Trump on infrastructure as long as the president unveils a “real infrastructure” bill, House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi said on Meet the Press on Feb. 5.
February 6, 2017Government
Delaware River Bridge to Stay Closed at Least Into April
The Delaware River Bridge, which connects New Jersey and Pennsylvania and has been closed since inspectors found a crack in a supporting truss on Jan. 20, will remain closed a minimum of eight more weeks.
February 6, 2017Government
Alabama Port Authority Announces Deal With Cuban Counterpart
The Alabama State Port Authority has announced a new memorandum of understanding with the National Port Administration of Cuba, potentially laying the groundwork for future trade deals.
February 6, 2017Letters to the EditorBusinessAutonomousGovernment
Letter: Schools Should Encourage Careers in Trucking
This week's letter writer urges schools to consider trucking as a potential vocation for students.
February 6, 2017EditorialBusinessSafetyGovernmentFuelLogistics
Editorial: Let’s Get Started, Secretary Chao
While Republican leaders in Congress seem to be in no hurry to address the country’s infrastructure, there’s an entirely different feeling surrounding President Trump’s pick to be transportation secretary, Elaine Chao, who was confirmed easily last week.
February 6, 2017