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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.

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Ex-First Brands Manager Says He鈥檇 Plead Fifth if Questioned

The former finance director of First Brands Group said he鈥檇 plead his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination if compelled to answer creditor questions at an upcoming deposition.

December 17, 2025
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Port of Los Angeles Expects Trade to Fall Off in 2026

The Port of Los Angeles expects it will move more than 10 million container units for the second year in a row, but that number is likely to drop off in 2026 as the administration's trade war persists.

December 17, 2025
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Alabama Works With ICE on Immigration Enforcement in Trucking

Alabama has detained more than 240 individuals through immigration enforcement actions targeting truck drivers, with federal agents focusing on rural interstates with high crash rates.

December 17, 2025
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California Set to Suspend Tesla Sales Over Autopilot

The California Department of Motor Vehicles said Dec. 16 the suspension won鈥檛 take effect for 90 days to give Tesla time to appeal or come into compliance.

December 17, 2025
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2 Rail Unions Oppose Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern Merger

The two large unions say a merger would increase safety risks, raise shipping rates and consumer prices, and cause significant disruptions.

December 17, 2025
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16 States Sue Administration Again Over EV Charging Funds

The states and the District of Columbia are suing the Trump administration for what they say is the unlawful withholding of over $2 billion in funding for two electric vehicle charging programs.

December 17, 2025
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Oil Prices Jump on Trump Blockade of Tankers to Venezuela

The president's move followed the seizure by U.S. forces of an聽oil tanker聽off Venezuela鈥檚 coast, which followed a military buildup in the region as the U.S. ramps up pressure on leader Nicol谩s Maduro.

December 17, 2025
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Highway Safety Emerged as a Bright Spot in 2025

2025 was marked by a sharpened focus on highway safety as well as potential challenges for the freight industry associated with tariffs and the economy.

December 17, 2025
GovernmentBusinessFuel

Phillips 66 CEO Says Big Pipeline Project Has Strong Support

U.S. federal and state officials are lining up with the oil industry to support a plan by Phillips 66 and Kinder Morgan to deliver gasoline to California.

December 16, 2025
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Wisconsin Allows Heavier Trucks Under Frozen Road Law

The law is designed to balance the needs of logging operations and winter road maintenance crews with the protection of Wisconsin鈥檚 transportation infrastructure.

December 16, 2025

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