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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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Kansas Oil Spill Biggest in Keystone History, According to Federal Report

An oil spill in a creek in northeastern Kansas this week is the largest for an onshore crude pipeline in more than nine years and by far the biggest in the history of the Keystone pipeline, according to federal data.

December 9, 2022
GovernmentBusinessSafety

Iowa Dedicates $6 Million for Entry-Level CDL Reimbursement

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds announced $6 million to reimburse eligible employers to help remove obstacles for new truck drivers who want an entry-level commercial driver license.

December 9, 2022
GovernmentBusinessEquipment

Ohio Battery Plant Employees First to Join UAW

Workers at a General Motors joint venture electric vehicle battery factory in Ohio have voted to join the United Auto Workers union.

December 9, 2022
GovernmentBusiness

Fewer ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøs Being Built With ‘Challenging’ 2023 Ahead

ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøbuilders have pumped the brakes on new single-family home construction this year, a trend that’s likely to extend into 2023, according to several forecasts.

December 8, 2022
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Biden Announces $36 Billion for Central States Pension Fund

President Joe Biden’s administration on Dec. 8 announced the infusion of nearly $36 billion to shore up a financially troubled union pension plan, preventing severe cuts to the retirement incomes of about 350,000 Teamsters workers and retirees across the United States.

December 8, 2022
Government

Sen. Leahy Warns Against Short-Term Funding Bill

Legislation that temporarily averts a partial shutdown of federal agencies this month would hinder transportation operations nationwide, said the top senator on the funding committee.

December 8, 2022
GovernmentBusinessEquipment

Trade Panel’s Resolution on Car Content Rules in Favor of Mexico, Canada Over US

A trade dispute resolution panel sided with Mexico and Canada over the U.S. on rules for cars shipped across regional borders, potentially giving more incentive to make auto parts in those nations.

December 8, 2022
GovernmentBusinessLogistics

Bhatt Confirmed to Lead Federal Highway Administration

Shailen Bhatt was confirmed as the 21st administrator of the Federal Highway Administration by the U.S. Senate, the Department of Transportation announced Dec. 8.

December 8, 2022
GovernmentBusinessFuel

Keystone Pipeline Is Shut Down After Oil Spills Into Creek

The Keystone oil pipeline system, a major conduit linking Canada to the U.S. Gulf Coast, was shut down after crude leaked into a creek in Kansas.

December 8, 2022
GovernmentSafety

FMCSA Report Offers Findings to Combat Harassment, Assaults Against Truck Drivers

Harassment and assaults against truck drivers are a key concern, particularly among women and minority male drivers, according to a new study and survey commissioned by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

December 8, 2022