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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.

Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

Congressman Vows to Battle EOBR Mandate as ‘Catastrophic’ Burden on Small Businesses

If an amendment to block funding for an electronic onboard recorder mandate does not make it into law, its main sponsor, Rep. Jeff Landry (R-La.), said he is prepared to do whatever he can to stop the federal government from mandating such devices.

July 23, 2012
Government

Michigan Voters May Consider Bridge Crossing

A committee created by the owners of the Ambassador Bridge turned in just over 600,000 signatures, almost twice the number needed for a ballot initiative that would allow Michigan voters to approve or reject a new, competing bridge crossing.

July 23, 2012
Perspective, Government, Business

Opinion: Made in America . . . Once

When I hear the current challenger for the presidency of the United States talk about job creation, I think back to one night in November 2005 when I was on the road and listening to a nationally broadcast radio talk show.

July 23, 2012
Editorial, Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

Editorial: Mandating Logging Devices

Yes, American Trucking Associations is a staunch supporter of the federal mandate requiring electronic logging devices to monitor hours-of-service compliance for the nation’s truck drivers.

July 23, 2012
Government

Carriers Hit FMCSA Limits for Oil, Gas-Field Drivers

Federal regulatory “guidance” issued last month that restricts the number of oil and gas drivers allowed to extend their workdays beyond the 14-hour limit could have significant adverse economic and safety implications for the trucking industry, several truckers said in comments filed earlier this month.

July 23, 2012
Government, Business, Equipment

Daimler’s China Venture to Build Engine Plant

Daimler AG and its joint-venture partner, China’s Beiqi Foton Motor Co., said they will build a $166 million plant with the capacity to make as many as 45,000 engines a year for its trucks to serve the fast-growing Chinese market.

July 19, 2012
Government, Business

Leading Economic Indicators Decline in June

An index of leading economic indicators declined 0.3% in June, the New York-based Conference Board said Thursday.

July 19, 2012
Government, Business

Trucking Shows Mixed Activity, Fed ‘Beige Book’ Says

The U.S. economy grew at a moderate pace in June as manufacturing improved slowly, while trucking and logistics activity was mixed, the Federal Reserve said Wednesday.

July 18, 2012
Government, Business, Equipment

Senate Nixes Bonus Depreciation Bill

The Senate has rejected a bill that would have brought back the bonus depreciation tax deduction for capital spending, a proposal backed by American Trucking Associations.

July 17, 2012
Government

Trucking Cites Concerns on Oilfield Rule

Federal regulatory “guidance” issued in June restricting the number of oil and gas drivers allowed to extend their workdays beyond the 14-hour limit could have significant adverse economic and safety implications for the trucking industry, several truckers said in comments filed earlier this month.

July 17, 2012