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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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White House Open to $25 Billion for USPS, McEnany Says

The Trump administration is willing to consider the Democrats plan to spend $25 billion on the U.S. Postal Service as long as lawmakers also provide other coronavirus relief sought by the White House, said spokeswoman Kayleigh McEnany.

August 19, 2020
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Fed Minutes Note Consumer Spending Rebound, Uncertainty

U.S. central bankers noted the rebound in consumer spending at their last meeting but repeated their view that the path of the recovery would depend on containment of the virus.

August 19, 2020
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Infrastructure Investments Possible Under Biden, Sen. Chuck Schumer Says

The top Democrat in the U.S. Senate argued investments in infrastructure networks would be achievable in Congress under a Joe Biden administration and Democratic majority.

August 19, 2020
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States Sue Trump Over USPS Even as Changes Paused

More than a dozen states sued President Donald Trump over changes at the U.S. Postal Service that they said trampled federal law and threatened delivery of mail-in ballots, even after Postmaster General Louis DeJoy pledged to delay the moves until after the November election.

August 19, 2020
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Postmaster General Halts Service Changes Until After Election

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy said he is suspending changes to mail service that raised concerns over slow delivery of ballots in the fall election after Democrats accused President Donald Trump of hampering the vote-by-mail process.

August 18, 2020
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Amazon to Establish Tech Hubs in Six Cities, Including Detroit

Online retail giant Amazon.com Inc. said Aug. 18 it will put a tech hub in Detroit and five other U.S. cities. The move is expected to create 3,500 jobs in total.

August 18, 2020
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Three More States to Announce Lawsuits Over USPS, Mail-In Voting

Three more Democratic-led states announced they will take legal action to protect the U.S. Postal Service and mail-in voting as the Trump administration faces claims it is trying to undermine the election.

August 18, 2020
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FMCSA Seeks Survey for Beyond Compliance Program

Federal trucking regulators are seeking White House approval to study the effectiveness of various technologies, programs and policies with a goal of allowing the agency to recognize and reward motor carriers that exceed regulatory safety requirements.

August 18, 2020
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Infrastructure Stakeholders to Host Forum in September

Groups and institutions consistently urging policymakers to dedicate additional funds for freight and commuter corridors will host United for Infrastructure, scheduled for the week of Sept. 14.

August 18, 2020
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Postmaster General Louis DeJoy to Appear Before Senate Over Mail Delays

Backlash mounting, President Donald Trumps embattled Postmaster General Louis DeJoy will appear Aug. 21 before the Senate to testify on mail delivery delays and service changes that lawmakers and others are warning could imperil the November election.

August 18, 2020