Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to test schedule flexibility and rest period options for commercial drivers. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced two pilot programs designed to…
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Transportation Secretary Issues Emergency Rules Addressing CDL Eligibility
Secretary Duffy said, “The system has failed, and it’s a national emergency.” Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has issued an emergency rule changing the non-domiciled commercial learner’s permits (CLPs)…
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Interior Department Releases New Report of Critical Mineral Supply Chain Predictions
The agency outlined 54 minerals and their potential impact on the U.S. economy. The Department of the Interior (DOI) released the draft of its 2025 report on critical…
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Secretary Duffy Warns 3 States Over CDL English Proficiency Mandate
Washington, New Mexico, and California may lose federal funding if they do not comply with the language rules for truckers. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has given the states…
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DOE to Offer Nearly $1 Billion for U.S. Critical Mineral and Supply Chain Projects
Funding opportunities will support mining, processing, recycling, and manufacturing technologies to reduce reliance on foreign sources. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced nearly $1 billion in…
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The notice of funding is in keeping with President Trump’s executive orders on energy development. The Department of Energy (DOE) issued a notice of funding opportunities worth a…
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U.S. Signs $6.2 Billion in Contracts to Strengthen Military Sealift Fleet
Maritime Administration secures long-term management of 51 Ready Reserve Force vessels for rapid military and emergency deployments. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has finalized 20 contracts totaling…
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President Threatens Additional Tariffs as India Purchases Russian Oil
India claims its purchases are stabilizing the global market and supply. President Donald Trump threatened to increase U.S. tariffs against India for its purchase of Russian oil. The…
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DOE Launches Pilot Program to Advance Nuclear Fuel Production
New initiative intends to reduce U.S. reliance on foreign uranium and accelerate domestic reactor innovation. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently launched a pilot program to support…
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Supreme Court Allows President to Fire Product Regulation Commissioners
The commission is managed by Congress, The Supreme Court supported the authority of the Executive Branch in granting the emergency request from President Trump’s administration to remove members…
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