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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.

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NTSB Nominee Jennifer 窪蹋勛圖厙ndy Highlights Technology, Workforce Development

President Joe Bidens nominee to lead the National Transportation Safety Board told senators she intends to enhance the agencys approach to new technologies and workforce development.

June 24, 2021
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US Economy Grows 6.4% in Q1

The U.S. economy grew at a solid 6.4% rate in the first three months of the year, setting the stage for what economists believe may be the strongest year for the economy in about seven decades.

June 24, 2021
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Key US Oil Storage Hub Seen Depleting as Producers Hold Tight

Crude oil inventories in Americas largest storage hub are falling fast as the post-pandemic demand rebound continues to outpace production.

June 24, 2021
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Biden, Key Lawmakers Agree on Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal

President Joe Biden announced on June 24 that we have a deal, signaling a bipartisan agreement on a $953 billion infrastructure plan that would achieve his top legislative priority and validate his efforts to reach across the political aisle.

June 24, 2021
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US House Highway Bill Includes $1 Billion in Truck Parking Grants

WASHINGTON Funding to expand parking facilities for truck drivers around the country is included in comprehensive highway policy legislation expected before the U.S. House of Representatives during the week of June 28.

June 24, 2021
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US Goods-Trade Gap Widens More Than Forecast as Imports Rise

The U.S. merchandise-trade deficit widened more than forecast in May as the value of imports rose to near-record levels and exports declined.

June 24, 2021
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Minneapolis Council Committee Passes Citywide Truck Parking Restrictions

The Transportation and Public Works Committee of the Minneapolis City Council on June 23 approved an ordinance amendment that would limit truck parking in the city.

June 24, 2021
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US Durable Goods Orders Rise 2.3% in May

Orders to U.S. factories for big-ticket manufactured goods rose for the 12th time in the last 13 months in May, pulled up by surging demand for civilian aircraft.

June 24, 2021
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Infrastructure Deal Closer With Biden, Senators Meeting June 24

President Joe Biden and a group of bipartisan senators are close to agreement on a $559 billion infrastructure plan that would fulfill one of his top priorities, according to lawmakers and officials familiar with the discussions.

June 24, 2021
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US Jobless Claims Tick Down to 411,000 as Economy Heals

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits dropped in the week ended June 19, a sign that layoffs declined and the job market is improving.

June 24, 2021