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Michael G. Whitaker Nominated to Lead the FAA, Awaiting Senate Confirmation
Michael G. Whitaker has been nominated to lead the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and is currently awaiting Senate confirmation. This nomination comes at a critical time for the aviation industry, and Whitaker's three decades of industry experience make him a strong candidate for the position.
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Oversight Committee Urges DOT to Address 'Disturbing Pattern' of Aviation and Rail Safety Failures
Oversight Committee Calls on DOT to Tackle Alarming Rise in Aviation and Rail Safety Failures
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AFPI says UAW leadership prioritizes political goals over member jobs amid EV mandate
The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) issued a report on Sept. 1 that accuses the United Auto Workers (UAW) leadership of prioritizing political objectives over the well-being of its members in what it says is the UAW's failure to oppose Biden Administration rules to shift auto manufacturing from gasoline-powered to electric vehicles.
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DOT announces $8.8 million in grants for innovative transportation projects in eight states and D.C.
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced $8.8 million in grants to support ten innovative projects across eight states and the District of Columbia, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) said in an Aug. 22 news release.
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Buttigieg: "This is the latest action in our continued drive to enforce the rights of airline passengers."
The U.S. Department of Transportation has levied a record $4.1 million fine against American Airlines for multiple federal tarmac delay regulations violations, highlighting the agency's intensified focus on passengers' rights and airline accountability.
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Buttigieg: “The nation watched with broken hearts as wildfires took lives and livelihoods in Maui – and the nation will stand with Maui as it rebuilds."
In the aftermath of the catastrophic wildfires that began on August 8, 2023, in Lahaina, leading to over 100 lives lost, the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is responding with immediate support and collaboration.
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Buttigieg: 'America’s marine highways are vital links in our supply chains, helping to move goods quickly, cleanly, and efficiently'
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg recently announced two new Marine Highway Routes in Alaska, extending the system by more than 6,750 miles.
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U.S. Bureau Grants $501 Million Loan to Boost I-25 Improvements in Colorado
The U.S. Build America Bureau awarded a $501 million low-interest loan to the Colorado Transportation Investment Office in a strategic move to significantly upgrade a 61-mile stretch of the I-25 highway.
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Buttigieg: "Through this investment, we are repairing or removing hundreds of culverts nationwide, protecting jobs, mitigating the risk of flooding, and strengthening local economies.”
On August 16, 2023, the FHWA announced a $196 million investment to 59 Tribal, state, and local governments for repairing or removing 169 culvert barriers, enhancing fish passage across freshwater waterways.
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USDOT Announces Second Year of SMART Grants Program
The U.S. Department of Transportation launched its second year of the Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation Grants Program.
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DOT committed $13.4 million to promote eco-friendly, walkable communities through its Transit-Oriented Development Planning program
The U.S. Department of Transportation committed $13.4 million to promote eco-friendly, walkable communities through its Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Planning program, emphasizing affordable housing and sustainable growth.
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Buttigieg: 'Emergency funding will help the people of Vermont repair critical infrastructure'
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration announced a $10 million “quick release” fund for Vermont's flood-damaged infrastructure, aiming to restore essential transportation across the state.
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Buttigieg: 'Traveling can be stressful enough without worrying about being able to access a restroom'
The U.S. Department of Transportation mandated all new single-aisle aircraft must have larger, wheelchair-accessible lavatories, ensuring dignity and convenience for travelers with disabilities.
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Buttigieg: 'It is so important to deliver good projects well — meaning on time, on task, on budget'
The U.S. Department of Transportation recently announced the launch of the Project Delivery Center of Excellence, which is initiative to streamline and enhance the implementation of federally-funded infrastructure projects nationwide.
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Buttigieg: 'Transportation workers and the traveling public have a key role to play in the fight against human trafficking'
In honor of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, the U.S. Department of Transportation takes a decisive stance, appointing a committee, awarding innovative initiative and launching training to combat human trafficking within the transportation sector.
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Buttigieg: 'The crisis of traffic deaths on our nation’s roads stretches across the country'
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) allocated $20.9 million in grants for 88 Tribal projects, addressing roadway fatalities and injuries on Tribal lands and prioritizing Native American and Alaska Native communities.
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Fernandez on public transportation grants: 'Transit is the great equalizer'
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration will infuse $20 million into 47 communities to improve public transportation. The funds are reserved for economically distressed areas and prioritize equity and sustainability.
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Hutcheson: 'This final guidance arms freight brokers and entities operating as bona fide agents or dispatch services in the trucking industry'
The U.S. FMCSA has issued interim guidance clarifying the definitions of "broker" and "bona fide agent" in the trucking industry. The guidance aims to inform decision-making and ensure compliance within the sector.
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Buttigieg: 'We're improving rail crossings in communities across the country'
The Biden-Harris administration recently announced funding for 63 projects in 32 states with the intent of reducing train-vehicle collisions and blocked rail crossings in the U.S.
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Boulter: 'This rule will encourage manufactures to make Light Sport Aircraft operations safer'
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed the MOSAIC rule to enhance safety and expand the definition of Light Sport Aircraft. The rule aims to include larger aircraft and establish performance safety standards, inviting public input before finalization.
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