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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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DOT to Reclaim Control of DC’s Union Station

The move is part of a broader effort by the administration to take back direct control of key rail hubs along the Northeast Corridor.

August 27, 2025
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Trump Slashes $175 Million From California Rail Projects

Trump has long been a critic of the project, which has been marred with cost overruns and constant delays, arguing that the effort has wasted taxpayers’ dollars.

August 27, 2025
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Bank of Canada Holds Firm on 2% Inflation Target

Speaking in Mexico City, Bank of Canada's Tiff Macklem previewed some of the issues being considered in the coming review of the central bank’s monetary policy framework.  

August 26, 2025
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Consumer Confidence Declines With Recession Fears Rising

A measure of Americans’ short-term expectations for income, business conditions and the job market fell 1.2 points to 74.8, remaining below 80, the marker that can signal a recession ahead.

August 26, 2025
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CPKC Not Interested in Merger, Warns of Risks

The statement comes about a month after rival Union Pacific agreed to acquire Norfolk Southern in a cash-and-stock transaction valuing the company at about $72 billion.

August 26, 2025
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EPA Moves to Block California’s Roadside Emissions Checks

This time EPA is targeting the California Air Resources Board’s Clean Truck Check law, also known as the Heavy-Duty Inspection and Maintenance Program.

August 26, 2025
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End of De Minimis Rule Aug. 29 to Hit Shoppers, Businesses

Having to pay import taxes on small parcels from other countries likely will be a big change for some small businesses and online shoppers.

August 26, 2025
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Japan, Taiwan Change Parcel Delivery Rules to US

The U.S. revoked its tariff exemption on lower-value packages from across the world, starting Aug. 29.

August 26, 2025
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US Takes Steps to Hit India With 50% Tariff

President Donald Trump announced plans earlier this month to double tariffs on Indian goods from 25% to 50% over its purchases of Russian oil.

August 26, 2025
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Trump Threatens 3 States Over English Enforcement for Drivers

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the states will lose money from the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program if they don’t comply with the rules within 30 days.

August 26, 2025