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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 whats happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.

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Illinois Supreme Court Extends Statute of Limitations for Biometric Lawsuits

The Illinois Supreme Court has issued a decision that strengthens the states Biometric Information Privacy Act one of the nations strictest laws regulating the collection and storage of biometrics.

February 7, 2023
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Imports Surge Led to Record Trade Gap in 2022

The U.S. trade deficit widened to a record last year on a surge in imports as American companies scrambled early on to ensure they had enough merchandise on hand to meet demand.

February 7, 2023
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Senators Introduce Catalytic Converter Theft Bill

Legislation aimed at reducing the theft of catalytic converters was introduced in the U.S. Senate this month.

February 6, 2023
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Carriers Claim Victory in Chassis Choice Ruling

The Intermodal Motor Carriers Conference of American Trucking Associations has won a favorable judgment in its case against the Ocean Carrier Equipment Management Association and others in a dispute involving chassis choice for carriers that operate at maritime and inland ports.

February 6, 2023
Government

Biden to Tout Infrastructure in State of the Union Address

President Joe Biden recently toured Amtraks Northeast corridor to highlight his infrastructure agenda ahead of the State of the Union address Feb. 7.Here's your Capitol Agenda look at the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.

February 6, 2023
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Musks Tesla Tweets Didnt Defraud Investors, Jury Says

SAN FRANCISCO A jury on Feb. 3 decided Elon Musk didnt defraud investors with his 2018 tweets about electric automaker Tesla.

February 6, 2023
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Closing Arguments in Tesla Trial Keep Musk Center Stage

Elon Musks lawyer told a jury the Tesla Inc. chief executive officer has been falsely accused of defrauding investors and argued that the billionaire is not a fire-breathing tweeting monster.

February 3, 2023
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Carriers Hoping to See Relief After Years of Insurance Premium Increases

Carriers have weathered years of insurance premium increases and may see slight relief in 2023, but insurance providers continue to face inflation, economic pressures and larger verdicts in both average loss and nuclear verdicts.

February 3, 2023
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January Hiring Burst Stuns Economists as Market Adds 517,000 Jobs

The government said Feb. 3 that employers added a sizzling 517,000 jobs last month and that the unemployment rate dipped to 3.4%, the lowest level since 1969.

February 3, 2023
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Treasury Expands Tax Credits to More Electric SUVs

WASHINGTON The Treasury Department said Feb. 3 it is making more electric vehicles eligible for tax credits of up to $7,500 under new vehicle classification definitions.

February 3, 2023