China said April 8 it would fight to the end and take countermeasures to safeguard its own interests after President Donald Trump threatened an additional 50% tariff on Chinese imports.
April 8, 2025Transportation 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 whats happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.
China Says It Will Fight to the End on Trump Tariffs
Could Trumps Tariffs Trigger a US Recession?
Economists at Goldman Sachs have raised their assessment of the odds the U.S. will experience a recession to 45% from 35% following President Donald Trump's tariffs announcement April 2.
April 8, 2025Thune Doubts Chances for Congressional Tariff Oversight
Senate Republican leader John Thune predicted a bipartisan bill that would give lawmakers greater oversight of President Donald Trumps tariffs would languish in Congress.
April 7, 2025Tennessee Offering $19.4M for Fleets to Buy Green Trucks
Tennessee announced April 3 the availability of $19.4 million in grants to public, nonprofit and private fleets to replace eligible medium- and heavy-duty vehicles with greener vehicles.
April 7, 2025House Unveils Bathroom Access Bill for Truck Drivers
A bill that would guarantee truckers on their routes have access to restrooms was recently introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.
April 7, 2025Iowa Law Aims to Strengthen Trucking Independent Contractors
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds has enacted a law backed by the state trucking association to strengthen the trucking industrys independent contractor model in the state.
April 7, 2025EU Unites Behind Tough Line on Trump Trade Tariffs
Trumps move to slap a 20% tariff on EU goods as part of his America First agenda has stirred fears of a global trade war and led to a meltdown in financial markets.
April 7, 2025N.Y. Invests $47.4 Million in Three Aging Interstate Bridges
Three bridge construction projects in New York worth $47.4 million were recently announced by Gov. Kathy Hochul, with each meant to address aging infrastructure on transportation routes.
April 7, 2025Xi Declares China Ready to Fight Trumps Trade Tariffs
President Xi Jinpings decision to quickly retaliate against Donald Trumps sweeping tariffs sent the world a clear message: If the U.S. wants a trade war, China is ready to fight.
April 7, 2025Stellantis Offers Tariff Aid to Struggling Parts Suppliers
Its unclear what percentage of the cost Stellantis is willing to pay and suppliers would have to meet a number of requirements in order to qualify for the program.
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