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

GovernmentBusinessEquipmentSafety

Nebraska Shares CMV Crash Expertise With 11 States

鈥淭eamwork across state lines is important to keep America鈥檚 roadways safe,鈥 Nebraska State Police Capt. Martin Denton, of carrier enforcement, said Oct. 14.

October 22, 2025
GovernmentBusinessSafety

Cassidy Touts Trump Labor Focus as Pro-Worker, Pro-Business

Since the start of the year, freight stakeholders have praised White House efforts on workforce reforms while pressing for additional recruitment and retention efforts.

October 22, 2025
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Maritime Nominee Stephen Carmel Pledges Strong Supply Chain

Stephen Carmel pledged to enhance efficiency along freight corridors at a time when the administration is pursuing economic opportunities domestically and internationally.

October 22, 2025
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Tesla Recalls 13,000 EVs Over Risk of Battery Power Loss

The problem stems from a faulty battery pack connection part, which can lead to loss of propulsion without warning, Tesla said in聽documents聽posted to NHTSA鈥檚 website.

October 22, 2025
GovernmentBusiness

Ranchers Oppose Trump's Plan to Import More Argentine Beef

Agricultural economists say Argentine beef accounts for such a small slice of beef imports 鈥 only about 2% 鈥 that even doubling that wouldn't change prices much.

October 22, 2025
GovernmentBusiness

US May Cut India Tariff to 15%-16% in Trade Deal

New Delhi may agree to gradually reduce its imports of Russian oil and allow the U.S. to export more non-genetically modified American corn and soymeal, the Mint newspaper reported.

October 22, 2025
GovernmentBusiness

US to Resume Farmer Aid Halted by Shutdown

Farming communities have seen export markets for many crops dissipate and federal safety net programs shrink during the president鈥檚 second term.

October 22, 2025
GovernmentBusiness

China鈥檚 $1B of Daily US Exports Gives Xi Bargaining Power

Tariffs appear somewhat limited in their ability to control what American firms import, as China鈥檚 sway over sectors such as rare earths and electronics makes its products hard to dislodge.

October 22, 2025
GovernmentBusinessPrivateTop 100

Walmart Halts Job Offers to Candidates Needing H-1B Visas

Walmart has paused offers to candidates requiring H-1B visas, sources said, the latest example of how the Trump administration鈥檚 $100,000 visa fees are disrupting workforces.

October 21, 2025
GovernmentBusiness

Soy Loses Gains as Trump Says Meeting With Xi May Not Happen

Soybean futures erased earlier gains after President Donald Trump said a planned meeting with his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, may not happen.聽

October 21, 2025