The 2021-2025 Maryland Strategic Highway Safety Plan, released Jan. 28, identifies strategies and actions meant to help eliminate fatalities on state roadways.
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COVID-19 Package to Go Before Senate in February, Chuck Schumer Says
A new round of COVID-19 economic relief that would include aid for hard-hit transportation systems will be up for consideration in early February, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer indicated Jan. 28.
January 28, 2021Biden Directs Agencies to Address Climate Change
New directives approved by President Joe Biden in response to climate change set in motion an extensive environmental agenda throughout federal agencies while rolling back Trump-era guidance on permitting.
January 28, 2021Tutorials, Updated Datasets Among Upgrades Planned for FHWA Bridge Portal
The Federal Highway Administration will introduce tutorial videos, fix bugs and update datasets as part of a series of enhancements to its web portal that offers a wealth of data on bridges.
January 27, 2021FMCSA Announces Proposal to Amend Driver Vision Standard
A new regulation would allow truck drivers who cannot meet current federal vision standards of either distant visual acuity or field of vision, or both, in one eye to be physically qualified to operate a commercial motor vehicle in interstate commerce.
January 27, 2021Connecticut DOT Unveils $9.7 Billion Transportation Investment Plan
The Connecticut Department of Transportation released its $9.7 billion capital plan, which includes investments across various modes of transportation over the next five years.
January 25, 2021Senate Committee to Meet for Gina Raimondo Confirmation Hearing
President Joe Biden’s pick to lead the U.S. Department of Commerce is scheduled to defend her nomination before a Senate panel Jan. 26.
January 22, 2021Audit Finds Flaws in FMCSA Monitoring of Drivers’ Medical Qualifications
An Inspector General audit has found weaknesses in regulators’ monitoring of medical examiner qualifications and ensuring that truck drivers meet physical qualification standards to safely operate commercial vehicles.
January 21, 2021Buttigieg Pledges to Make Transportation Systems COVID-Safe
President Joe Biden’s pick to run the Department of Transportation says he will focus on preventing the spread of COVID-19 on the nation’s transportation systems if he is confirmed by the U.S. Senate.
January 21, 2021Safety Equipment, Training for Contractors Doesn’t Endanger Status, DOL Says
The U.S. Department of Labor has issued an opinion letter ruling that motor carriers can supply independent contractors safety equipment such as dash cams, speed limiters and driver monitoring systems, and also require that they take safety training without jeopardizing their independent contractor status.
January 20, 2021