U.S. importers looking to sidestep Trump administration tariffs are seeking space in a type of warehouse that lets them stash merchandise for as long as five years without paying duties.
April 16, 2025Transportation Compliance News
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.
California to Sue to Stop Trump鈥檚 Sweeping Tariffs
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said April 16 that his state will file a lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump鈥檚 authority to impose sweeping tariffs that have set off a global trade war.
April 16, 2025Trump to Join Trade Talks With Japanese at White House
President Donald Trump said he鈥檚 joining some of his top economic advisers on April 16 for negotiations at the White House over tariffs and trade with a top Japanese official.
April 16, 2025Trump Looks to Boost Use of Technology to Speed Up Permitting
President Donald Trump signed a directive aimed at boosting the use of technology in the permitting process for infrastructure projects, part of an effort to speed the approval of new projects.
April 16, 2025Mexico Halts Fuel Imports at Texas Border as Inspections Rise
Fuel shipments from Texas headed to Mexico have ground to a halt as the Mexican government cracks down on imports over tax payments.
April 15, 2025Mississippi to Hike Motor Fuel Taxes for First Time in 38 Years
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves enacted legislation to implement rolling 3-cent annual hikes in gas and diesel excise taxes starting July 1 in a package of tax laws, including one eliminating state income tax.
April 15, 2025EU Expects US Tariffs to Stay as Talks Make Little Progress
The European Union and U.S. made scant progress bridging trade differences this week as U.S. officials indicated that the bulk of the U.S. tariffs imposed on the bloc will not be removed.
April 15, 2025Trucking Leaders Warn of Lax Oversight in CDL Training
Leaders at two truck driving trade groups are expressing 鈥渟erious concerns鈥 to federal regulators that lax entry-level driver training enforcement may be jeopardizing public safety.
April 15, 2025Policymakers in Congress Introduce Cargo Theft Bill
Legislation designed to respond to industry concerns associated with an increase in cargo theft was recently introduced on Capitol Hill.
April 15, 2025Diesel Price Drops 6垄 to $3.579 a Gallon
The national average diesel price reversed course and dropped 6 cents a gallon to $3.579, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data released April 15.
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