Transportation Compliance News

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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 what’s happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.

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Trump Tariff Blitz Unleashes Delayed Shock to Global Economy

At an average of 15%, the world is still facing some of the steepest U.S. tariffs since the 1930s, roughly six times higher than they were a year ago.

August 1, 2025
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Trump Pushes Tariff Start Date Back 7 Days

When Trump signed the order late July 31 imposing new tariffs, the start date of the punishing import taxes was pushed back seven days so the tariff schedule could be updated.

August 1, 2025
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Labor Market Weakens as Employers Added 73,000 Jobs in July

The Labor Department reported Aug. 1 that revisions shaved a stunning 258,000 jobs off May and June payrolls.

August 1, 2025
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Trump to Set New Tariffs Before Midnight, White House Says

President Donald Trump will sign an executive order July 31 imposing new tariff rates on trading partners that take effect Aug. 1, the White House said.

July 31, 2025
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What the EPA Ruling on Emissions Means for Automakers

The EPA's plan this week to relax rules aimed at cleaning up auto tailpipe emissions is the latest Trump administration move to undo incentives for automakers to go electric.

July 31, 2025
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Managing Complexities of Fleet and Driver Compliance

Program Aired: July 31, 2 p.m. ET Join PrePass and NECS Fleet Solutions as they discuss how to effectively manage the complexities of fleet and driver compliance, maximize the use of the right fleet data to achieve your return on investment, and explore ways to uncover savings from your fleet costs. 

July 31, 2025
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US Ports Show Mixed Results in June

“July may be our peak season month as retailers and manufacturers bring orders in earlier than usual, then brace for trade uncertainty," said Port of Los Angeles' Gene Seroka.

July 31, 2025
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FMCSA Nominee Derek Barrs Moves to Senate Floor

Derek Barrs, nominated by President Donald Trump to the top post at the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, was easily approved by the Commerce Committee July 30.

July 31, 2025
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Trump Announces 90-Day Negotiating Period With Mexico

Trump said that goods from Mexico imported into the U.S. would continue to face a 25% tariff, and that autos would face a 25% tariff, while copper, aluminum and steel would be taxed at 50%.

July 31, 2025
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Trump Tariff Power at Risk After Skepticism by Appeals Court

President Donald Trump’s authority to issue sweeping global tariffs under an emergency law was met with skepticism at a federal appeals court hearing July 31, a day before higher rates are set to start.

July 31, 2025