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Stay up-to-date with the latest U.S. Department of Transportation news from Transport Topics. Our expert coverage highlights critical policy updates, infrastructure initiatives, safety regulations and funding decisions that directly impact the trucking and freight transportation industries. Whether you're monitoring new rules or tracking government programs, our in-depth reporting keeps logistics professionals informed and prepared in an evolving regulatory environment.

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DOT Launches Tracking Tool for AV TEST Initiative

U.S. Department of Transportation officials unveiled an online tracking tool for the agency’s Automated Vehicle Transparency and Engagement for Safe Testing (AV TEST) Initiative on Sept. 2.

September 2, 2020
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Senate Panel to Consider USDOT IG Nominee Eric Soskin

President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the U.S. Department of Transportation’s internal watchdog division is scheduled to appear before a Senate panel Aug. 6.

August 4, 2020
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New COVID-19 Stimulus With Transportation Aid Stuck in Congress

With much of the country looking to Washington for assistance, slow-moving negotiations on the next COVID-19 economic stimulus package have been marked by partisan disagreements.

July 28, 2020
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Senate Committee Approves USDOT Nominee Joel Szabat

The Senate Commerce Committee on July 22 easily approved the nomination of Joel Szabat to become undersecretary of transportation for policy at the U.S. Department of Transportation.

July 17, 2020
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House to Take Up Fiscal 2021 Transportation Funding Bill in July

Legislation that would fund operations at the U.S. Department of Transportation for the next fiscal year will be considered by a House panel in July.

June 25, 2020
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USDOT Nominee Joel Szabat Touts Long-Term Highway Reauthorizations

Multiyear federal guidelines on highway policy contribute to long-term planning at state agencies, USDOT nominee Joel Szabat said June 16.

June 16, 2020
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Stakeholders’ Input Key to Shaping AV 4.0, Says USDOT Nominee Finch Fulton

WASHINGTON — Industry stakeholders will assist U.S. Department of Transportation officials in shaping their latest version of guidelines for autonomous vehicles, said Finch Fulton, nominee to become assistant secretary for transportation policy.

March 12, 2020
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Trump Stresses Travel Precautions, Anticipates Market Rebound

President Donald Trump stressed public safety is his administration’s priority as it addresses growing concerns with the spread of the coronavirus. Trump also told reporters at the White House Feb. 29 he believed markets would rebound after experiencing recent record lows.

February 28, 2020
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Legislation Proposes Naming USDOT’s Headquarters After William T. Coleman Jr.

Legislation introduced in the U.S. Senate proposes naming the U.S. Department of Transportation’s headquarters after William T. Coleman Jr., secretary of transportation during the Ford administration.

January 31, 2020
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USDOT Announces $900 Million for Freight, Highway Grants

Transportation officials nationwide who are seeking a federal boost to help advance major freight or highway projects may find it in the form of a federal grant.

January 14, 2020