WRDA, Biden Administration Oversight Priorities for T&I
Capitol Agenda: A policy update to the nation's network of waterways and oversight of White House climate policies are on the upcoming schedule for the House transportation panel.
USDOT Highlights Anti-Human Trafficking Campaign
Capitol Agenda: Anti-human trafficking efforts promoted by stakeholders across the different modes were recently highlighted by the U.S. Department of Transportation.
More Than a Weak Week: Biden Touts ‘Infrastructure Decade’
President Joe Biden, seeking another four years in office, stopped by the Badger State recently to tout his infrastructure bona fides. Here's the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.
Liberties Tied to Safe, Secure Transit System, Buttigieg Says
Philosophers throughout time have asked, "What is the meaning of life?" Last week, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg took a turn at tackling the big question.
FMCSA’s Robin Hutcheson Set to Appear Before House Panel
Capitol Agenda: The Republican leadership on the House transportation committee will get an update on the implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act on Dec. 13.
To Strengthen Freight Connectivity, DOT Goes With the FLOW
Capitol Agenda: The Department of Transportation’s Freight Logistics Optimization Works program will unite public and private stakeholders to enable a more resilient freight network.
Policymakers Push Safety Focus as IIJA Turns 2
Capitol Agenda: WASHINGTON — Happy birthday to the bipartisan infrastructure law. The $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act turns 2 on Nov. 15.
Transportation Funding Debate Set to Go to House Floor
Capitol Agenda: A fiscal 2024 transportation funding bill, which proposes budget reductions for certain rail and transit operations, is expected on the House floor this week.
New Speaker Johnson Faces Array of Pressing Issues
Capitol Agenda: New Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La.) has myriad pressing issues in front of him. "I will ensure the House delivers results and inspires change for the American people," he says.
Truck Parking Ranks High on ATRI’s 2023 List
Capitol Agenda: Truck parking ranked second behind the economy on the American Transportation Research Institute's recently unveiled annual list of key industry issues.