Progress is underway for guidance documents for advanced driver assistance systems, according to a Technology & Maintenance Council study group.
Biden Taps Meera Joshi to Lead FMCSA
President Joe Biden announced April 14 that he intends to nominate Meera Joshi to serve as administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
Oklahoma Bills Propose Changes Related to Truck Enforcement
Two bills intended to streamline enforcement associated with commercial motor vehicles are making their way through the Oklahoma State Legislature.
DOT Rebrands BUILD Program to RAISE, Makes $1 Billion Available
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced April 13 that $1 billion in funding is available for grants to support infrastructure projects.
Wisconsin DOT Issues $99.1 Million to Municipalities
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers and transportation officials recently announced $99.1 million in transportation aid has been distributed to municipalities across the state.
Trucking Leaders Hail West Virginia Bill as Step Against 'Seat Belt Gag Rule'
The West Virginia Legislature has passed a bill to allow use or nonuse of seat belts as admissible evidence in civil actions, a legislative step the trucking industry has applauded.
Reason Foundation Report Argues for Commercialized Rest Areas
A report that suggests a longstanding prohibition on commercial services at interstate rest areas should be lifted is being opposed by a group representing private truck stops.
Illinois DOT Issues $7 Million for Local Truck Traffic Projects
The Illinois Department of Transportation awarded $7 million in support of projects that will upgrade roads to better accommodate local truck traffic.
New York Announces Funding Availability for Northern Border Region Projects
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced $4.6 million in grant funding is available to support projects related to economic development and infrastructure in the state’s northern border region.
Illinois DOT Explores Initiatives to Reduce Bridge Strikes
The Illinois Department of Transportation is pursuing two pilot initiatives meant to reduce bridge strikes by large trucks.