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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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Pelosi Presses GOP to Quickly Negotiate Virus Aid With Democrats

Deadlines looming, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi implored Republicans and the White House on July 27 to come quickly to the negotiating table with Democrats over the next coronavirus relief package to prevent unemployment assistance and an eviction moratorium from expiring for millions of Americans.

July 27, 2020
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Illinois Leaders Unveil $21.3 Billion Infrastructure Plan

Illinois Gov. Jay J.B. Pritzker recently announced a $21.3 billion plan to improve roads and bridges throughout the state.

July 27, 2020
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Worlds Supply Chain May Not Be Ready for COVID-19 Vaccine

The industries that shepherd goods around the world on ships and planes acknowledge they arent ready to handle the challenges of shipping an eventual COVID-19 vaccine from drugmakers to billions of people.

July 27, 2020
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Orders for Big-Ticket Manufactured Goods Jump 7.3% in June

Orders for big-ticket manufactured goods rose a solid 7.3% in June, the second big monthly gain as manufacturing tries to climb out of a spring slump triggered by the coronavirus pandemic.

July 27, 2020
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FAA Warns 737s Sitting in Storage Are Corroding During the Pandemic

Boeing Co. 737 planes in storage because of the coronavirus pandemic are at risk of losing power in both engines when they fly again and must be inspected, aviation regulators said.

July 24, 2020
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Senators Advance Diesel-Reduction Program

A program meant to improve air quality by reducing diesel emissions was included in the annual defense authorization bill the Senate passed July 23.

July 24, 2020
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DHS Lifts New York Trusted Traveler Ban

The Department of 窪蹋勛圖厙land Security announced it will lift its ban on certain Trusted Traveler Programs for New York residents.

July 24, 2020
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New-窪蹋勛圖厙 Sales in June Surge to Highest in Almost 13 Years

New-home sales in the U.S. increased to an almost 13-year high in June, fueled by record-low borrowing costs and adding to evidence that residential real estate is a bright spot for the economy.

July 24, 2020
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DOT Releases Policy Document on Emerging Tech Engagement

Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao on July 23 unveiled guidelines that technology innovators can follow to help them engage with the federal government as they develop new projects.

July 23, 2020
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ATA Meets With OMB to Discuss Hair Sample Testing Rule

A new federal drug-testing law for truck drivers that has been held up at the White House for more than a year may finally be poised for advancement, according to an executive from American Trucking Associations who recently met with officials from the Office of Management and Budget.

July 23, 2020