Government
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.
Ruling Paves Way to Restart Work on Exxon’s Texas LNG Plant
A bankruptcy judge on July 24 approved a settlement that will allow other companies to finish work on an Exxon gas export project in Texas.
Colorado Cracks Down on Predatory Towing With New Law
A broad new law to end predatory towing practices takes effect Aug. 7 in Colorado, legislation that was backed by a state senator whose vehicle was wrongfully towed last summer.
House Bill Seeks $100M Annual Grant for Rail Safety Upgrades
Senior members of the U.S. House Transportation Committee recently introduced legislation to enhance safety requirements for trains carrying hazardous materials.
CBP Installs X-Ray Scanner for Containers at Texas Port
The busiest land border crossing between the U.S. and Mexico now has an advanced X-ray machine that is intended to help more efficiently move commercial truck traffic through the facility.
House Passes Biennial Water Resources Development Act
A bill to promote the efficiency of commercial waterway infrastructure projects and supply chain connectivity was easily passed by the U.S. House of Representatives on July 22.
Truckers With Dogs Returning From Outside US Need New Form
Truckers who take their dogs back and forth between the United States and either Canada or Mexico will soon be required to complete a federal form that asserts their pets are at low risk of carrying rabies back into the country.
Diesel Price Sheds 4.7¢ to $3.779 a Gallon
The national average diesel price dipped 4.7 cents to $3.779 a gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data released July 22.
July 22, 2024XPO Launches Cross-Border Expansion Into Mexico
XPO launched a new service aimed at expanding its cross-border services between the U.S. and Mexico, the company announced July 17.
Illinois Offering Written CDL Tests in Spanish
Illinois is the latest state to offer commercial driver license applicants a written test in Spanish to get more drivers on the road.
Ontario Targets Predatory Towing Practices
Cracking down on predatory towing, Ontario now requires tow truck drivers and vehicle storage operators to have a certificate to operate in the first such move by a Canadian province.