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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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Biden Faces Tougher Obstacles for Broad Relief Bill Sequel

President Joe Biden’s soon-to-be-unveiled longer-term economic stimulus package is set for far tougher obstacles in Congress than the pandemic-relief bill that’s on the verge of squeaking through without a single Republican’s backing.

March 9, 2021
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Diesel Rises 7.1¢ to $3.143 a Gallon

The national average price for a gallon of diesel increased 7.1 cents to $3.143 a gallon, according to data released by the Energy Information Administration on March 8.

March 8, 2021
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Sen. Ed Markey Pushes Climate-Focused Transportation Bills

A group of Democratic senators recently introduced legislation designed to initiate reductions of greenhouse gas emissions on the nation’s highways.

March 8, 2021
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Biden’s Giant Stimulus to Easily Pass House, Democrats Say

President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion package will sail through the House when it takes up the bill on March 9, according to Democratic lawmakers and aides, even after proposals that progressives championed were scaled back.

March 8, 2021
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Wisconsin DOT Issues Grants to Support Milwaukee-Area Manufacturing Facilities

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation recently distributed grants to support infrastructure improvements near two manufacturing facilities in the Milwaukee area.

March 8, 2021
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White House, Congress Look to Infrastructure After COVID-19 Relief

The White House and decision-makers on Capitol Hill soon plan to turn their attention to matters of infrastructure and President Joe Biden’s promise to “build back better.” Here's your Capitol Agenda look at the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.

March 8, 2021
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European Gasoline Diverted to Texas to Ease Supply Crunch

Five gasoline tankers that were en route to the U.S. East Coast diverted to the Port of Houston to help ease a supply crunch after last month’s freeze crippled the region’s refineries.

March 8, 2021
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Senate OKs $1.9 Trillion COVID-19 Relief Package

The U.S. Senate passed a sweeping $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill March 6 that includes billions for vaccines, $1,400 direct payments to many Americans and billions for transit.

March 7, 2021
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Ex-DOT Official Finch Fulton Joins Locomation

Locomation hired former U.S. Department of Transportation official Finch Fulton to serve as its vice president of policy and strategy.

March 5, 2021
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Freight Economy Among Priorities of California’s Long-Term Plan

Improving freight movement in support of a strong economy is one of the priorities listed in the California Department of Transportation’s long-range transportation plan.

March 5, 2021