Acting Federal Railroad Administrator gave the California High-Speed Rail Authority 30 days to submit an action plan. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) released a…
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Transportation Department Announces Updates to 52 Regulations
The rule rollbacks are intended to reduce red tape across highway, motor carrier, and vehicle safety agencies without affecting public safety. The U.S. Department of Transportation recently announced…
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Transportation Secretary Proposes Raising Retirement Age for Air Traffic Controllers
The air traffic controllers’ union proposes penalizing workers who take the waiver to stay on the job. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy recently said he plans to offer air…
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Transportation Secretary Announces Overhaul of Air Traffic Control System
The new FAA plan aims to replace aging infrastructure with modern technology across thousands of sites. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) recently announced a comprehensive plan to…
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DOT Repeals Emissions Rule Affecting Highway Projects
The transportation secretary announced a rollback of a greenhouse measure, citing cost and legal concerns. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has officially repealed a greenhouse gas emissions…
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FAA Invests $332 Million to Modernize Airport Facilities
The funding will upgrade baggage systems, runways, and more across 32 states. The Federal Aviation Administration announced over $332 million for the modernization of American airports, distributing 171…
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Transportation Department Penalizes JetBlue $2 Million for Chronic Flight Delays
Half the penalty will be used to compensate affected customers. The Department of Transportation (DOT) has fined JetBlue $2 million for chronically delayed flights. While airlines are required…
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FHWA Awards $125 Million to Wildlife Crossing Projects
16 states will receive funding for the federal program to reduce collisions between motorists and wildlife. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has allocated $125 million to 16 wildlife…
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Railroad Administration Unveils Domestic Manufacturing Standards for Freight Cars
New freight cars from other countries must have sensitive technologies removed. The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) issued its final rule for freight car manufacturing security this month, requiring…
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