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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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Drone Deliveries Begin a Slow Takeoff

Aerial drones are emerging as a way to help solve challenges associated with last-mile deliveries in a number of conditions and environments.

January 13, 2020
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Oil Holds Biggest Weekly Loss Since July on Easing Gulf Tension

Oil was steady after the biggest weekly drop since July as an easing of geopolitical tension in the Middle East turned attention back to a flood of new supply set to hit the market this year.

January 13, 2020
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Metropolitan Leaders Discuss Congestion Pricing Challenges, Solutions

WASHINGTON Transportation leaders identified outreach and education as tools that can help bridge the trust gap between communities and congestion pricing.

January 13, 2020
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Metropolitan Planners Encouraged to Go Out in the Field

WASHINGTON Planning organizations can better grasp transportation needs by hearing from a wide array of industry representatives and visiting communities that are affected by freight movement, according to planning experts.

January 13, 2020
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FHWA Extends Comment Period on Bridge Inspections Proposal

The Federal Highway Administration has announced it is extending the period for public comment on its proposed rule to improve oversight of U.S. bridge inspections by incorporating a risk-based approach and encouraging the use of such technological advancements as unmanned aerial systems and sonar.

January 13, 2020
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Pete Buttigieg Releases $1 Trillion Infrastructure Plan

Pete Buttigieg has become the latest presidential candidate to release a comprehensive infrastructure plan, announcing his $1 trillion Building for the 21st Century plan Jan. 10.

January 10, 2020
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Trucking Backs Trump Proposal to Streamline Environmental Reviews for Infrastructure

The trucking industry and other stakeholders are backing a White House proposal to streamline the environmental approval process for infrastructure projects.

January 10, 2020
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Oregon DOT Appoints Leaders for Office on Mobility, Project Delivery

The Oregon Department of Transportation has announced three leaders to steer its newly formed Office of Urban Mobility and Mega Project Delivery.

January 10, 2020
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Oil Set for Biggest Weekly Loss Since July as Mideast Risk Eases

Oil is headed for its biggest weekly loss since July as the prospect of an immediate confrontation between the U.S. and Iran abated, allaying fears of disruption to Middle East energy supplies.

January 10, 2020
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US Adds 145,000 Jobs; Unemployment Holds at 3.5%

WASHINGTON U.S. employers downshifted their hiring in December, adding 145,000 jobs as consumer spending appeared to aid gains in the retail and hospitality sectors.

January 10, 2020