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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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FMCSA Pilot Would Allow Younger Drivers in Interstate Commerce

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has announced a proposal and request for comment on a new pilot program to allow drivers ages 18-20 to operate commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce.

September 4, 2020
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Kentucky Officials Announce Funds for Industrial Access Roads

Kentucky officials recently announced funding will be directed to industrial access road infrastructure projects to promote economic development and the movement of freight.

September 4, 2020
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Tech Rout Sends Stock Market to Biggest Loss Since June

Wall Street’s euphoria took a break Sept. 3, as steep losses in technology stocks dragged the rest of the market down with them.

September 3, 2020
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DOT Releases National Freight Strategic Plan

U.S. Department of Transportation officials convened virtually to unveil the comprehensive National Freight Strategic Plan on Sept. 3.

September 3, 2020
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Trucking Surges as Capacity Tightens Amid Continued Pandemic

More than six months into the COVID-19 pandemic the trucking industry’s health is stronger than the U.S. economy, as segments used in final-mile delivery, e-commerce, and deliveries to grocery stores and hospitals thrive.

September 3, 2020
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Freight Market Could Be Shifting in Favor of Carriers

The freight market could be shifting toward carriers after favoring shippers the past two years.

September 3, 2020
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US Trade Deficit Surges in July to Highest in 12 Years

The U.S. trade deficit surged in July to $63.6 billion, the highest level in 12 years, as imports jumped by a record amount.

September 3, 2020
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Jobless Claims Give Mixed Picture With Shift in Adjustments

U.S. unemployment-claims figures gave a mixed picture of the labor market amid government changes to seasonal adjustments to account for distortions from the pandemic.

September 3, 2020
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Mitch McConnell Raises Doubts on New Stimulus

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell expressed doubts about whether Congress can get a deal on another pandemic relief package when lawmakers return to Washington after a monthlong recess, despite the Trump administration’s push for a quick, targeted stimulus.

September 2, 2020
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CVSA Safety Enforcement Operation Catches More Than 66,000 Drivers

Law enforcement officers and inspectors nabbed more than 66,000 drivers engaging in unsafe behavior on U.S. and Canadian roadways as part of Operation Safe Driver Week, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance announced Sept. 2.

September 2, 2020