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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.

Government, Business

China Says It Will Fight to the End on Trump Tariffs

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, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Logistics

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, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Logistics

Thune 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, 2025
Government, Technology, Fuel

Tennessee 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, 2025
Government, Business, Safety

House 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, 2025
Government, Business, Logistics

Iowa 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, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Logistics

EU 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, 2025
Government, Safety

N.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, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Logistics

Xi 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, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment, Logistics

Stellantis 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.

April 7, 2025