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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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Consumer Sentiment Posts Moderate Pullback in January

U.S. consumer sentiment cooled more than forecast in January, adding to signs consumers may be growing less optimistic as vaccinations roll out amid soaring new infections.

January 15, 2021
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Manufacturing Output Rose More Than Forecast in December

Production at U.S. manufacturers increased in December by more than projected, marking an eighth straight month of gains as steady yet more moderate demand growth and lean inventories continue to power the sectors recovery.

January 15, 2021
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Industry Responds to FMCSAs Proposed Sleeper Berth Pilot Program

FMCSA's recently proposed pilot program regarding splitting up time in the sleeper berth has received varying responses from members of the transportation industry.

January 14, 2021
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Biden to Unveil $1.9 Trillion COVID-19 Package in Political Test

President-elect Joe Biden on Jan. 14 will unveil a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package, according to two people familiar with the matter, setting up his first legislative test in the face of a split U.S. Senate and a deteriorating economy.

January 14, 2021
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New President, Congress to Find Bipartisanship With Infrastructure, Lawmakers Say

A number of lawmakers and transportation stakeholders express optimism about the potential for advancing various infrastructure funding initiatives this year.

January 14, 2021
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ATA Donation to Army Museum Shows Industrys Commitment to Military, Spear Says

The trucking industry is lending its support to the new National Museum of the United States Army.

January 14, 2021
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NHTSA Eyes Exemptions From Some Safety Rules for Self-Driving Cars

President Donald Trumps administration is starting to update federal motor vehicle safety standards to exempt self-driving cars from crashworthiness standards that are applied to cars operated by humans, a move questioned by safety advocates.

January 14, 2021
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Surging Shipping Rates Pose New Headwind for Global Economy

Shocks to supply chains are engulfing a wider swath of the global economy as the pandemic rages on, threatening to stifle Asias trade-led recovery just as soaring freight rates make it harder for businesses to weather another year like 2020.

January 14, 2021
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US Jobless Claims Jump by Most Since March, Approach 1 Million

Applications for U.S. state unemployment benefits surged last week by the most since late March, pointing to persistent labor market pain as coronavirus infections continue to soar and potentially adding to momentum for a larger federal stimulus plan.

January 14, 2021
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DB Schenker Halts Deliveries to UK Due to Brexit Trouble

DB Schenker, a major logistics company owned by German rail giant Deutsche Bahn AG, suspended deliveries to the U.K. due to significant problems caused by post-Brexit red tape.

January 14, 2021