With control of the Senate secured after the midterm elections, congressional Democratic leaders anticipate climate change will serve as a guiding principle for the remainder of President Joe Biden’s first term. Here's your Capitol Agenda look at the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.
November 14, 2022Transportation Compliance News
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.
Study Says Charging Network Isn’t on Pace With Electric Truck Development
In December, Tesla Inc. plans to deliver the first of its electric Semi trucks — prompting those responsible for delivering the power to ask: Are we ready for this?
November 14, 2022Airbus CEO Sees Energy Crisis Weighing on Production Next Spring
Airbus SE said production concerns have shifted from a shortage of jet engines to smaller suppliers struggling to cope with spiraling energy costs, with the squeeze expected to become most acute next spring.
November 14, 2022California Deploys Portable Emissions Detectors Ahead of New Smog Rules
California is deploying a portable emissions detector in areas with heavy truck traffic to educate drivers and operators about a new smog check program that starts Jan. 1.
November 14, 2022Chip Delivery Times Shrank Rapidly in October as Supply Crunch Subsides
Chip delivery times shrank by six days in October, the biggest drop since 2016, adding evidence that demand for electronic components is falling off quickly.
November 10, 2022EPA to Consider Tougher Locomotives Emissions Rules
The Environmental Protection Agency said Nov. 9 it will consider adopting stricter rules on locomotive emissions in response to concerns raised by California regulators.
November 10, 2022Nicole Lashes Florida With Rain, Leaves Thousands Without Power
Nicole, now a tropical storm, is lashing central Florida with heavy rain and powerful wind, leaving a trail of blackouts and floods.
November 10, 2022Inflation Slowed More Than Forecast in October
U.S. inflation cooled in October by more than forecast, offering hope that the fastest price increases in decades are ebbing and giving Federal Reserve officials room to slow down their steep interest rate hikes.
November 10, 2022Governor Puts North Carolina on Fast Track for Zero-Emission Trucks
Gov. Roy Cooper signed an executive order positioning North Carolina to be a national leader in making and using zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles.
November 10, 2022Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp Extends Gas Tax Holiday
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed two executive orders Nov. 4 to extend the supply chain emergency status and temporarily suspend state diesel and gas taxes through Dec. 11.
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