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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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Top Democrats, White House Celebrate CHIPS Act Anniversary

A 2022 law key to the Biden White House’s “Build Back Better” economic agenda is helping with freight supply chain connectivity, senior congressional Democrats said recently.

August 22, 2023
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Kroger-Albertsons Merger Draws Protest From State Officials

The proposed merger of food retail giants Kroger and Albertsons has elicited criticism from seven secretaries of state.

August 22, 2023
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IRS Reminds Truckers of Aug. 31 Tax Payment Deadline

For truckers who first used their vehicles in July on a public highway, the IRS is reminding them of an Aug. 31 deadline to electronically file their heavy highway vehicle use tax return.

August 22, 2023
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NHTSA Proposes New Rules for Seat Belt Usage

WASHINGTON — The Department of Transportation is proposing new rules designed to encourage seat belt use by car and truck passengers, including those sitting in the back seat.

August 21, 2023
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Diesel Price Increase Eases

The national average diesel price showed a modest gain after four straight weeks of accelerated increases, going up 1.1 cents to reach $4.389 a gallon.

August 21, 2023
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Bridgestone Celebrates Tennessee Plant Expansion

Bridgestone Americas celebrated the expansion of its truck and bus radial tire plant in Morrison, Tenn., the company announced Aug. 16.

August 21, 2023
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Hilary Pushes Into Nevada After Drenching California

LOS ANGELES — Tropical Storm Hilary drenched Southern California from the coast to the desert resort city of Palm Springs and inland mountains, forcing rescuers to pull several people from swollen rivers.

August 21, 2023
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Five More Indicted in Staged New Orleans Crashes

Federal prosecutors announced five more indictments in connection with an investigation into staged accidents with trucks in the New Orleans area.

August 21, 2023
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Pennsylvania Updates CDL Skills Test

Pending changes to Pennsylvania’s commercial driver license skills test should make the road a more attainable destination for would-be truck drivers, officials say.

August 21, 2023
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Cruise to Cut San Francisco Fleet in Half After Crashes

General Motors’ Cruise autonomous vehicle unit has agreed to cut its fleet of San Francisco robotaxis in half as authorities investigate two recent crashes in the city.

August 19, 2023