Guide recommendations will help network engineers and security personnel strengthen visibility and harden network devices against bad actors affiliated with China.
Author: Noël Fletcher
MARAD Awards $4.85M to Improve Cargo Flow on Marine Highways
USDOT’s Maritime Administration has awarded $4.85 million in grants to fund several marine highway projects including new cargo-handling equipment in Louisiana and Washington.
Rising Fuel Taxes to Hit Three States; California Warned
While no specific tax increase is taking effect in California, at least two state lawmakers are raising alarm about a set of regulatory and business circumstances that could send pricing soaring.
Capitol Christmas Tree Arrives in Washington From Alaska
A massive spruce from an Alaskan forest, chosen to be the Capitol Christmas Tree, arrived in Washington on a new flatbed trailer, accompanied by two veteran truckers from Lynden Transport.
MARAD Awards $580M Grants to Ports for Supply Chain Projects
USDOT’s Maritime Administration announced $580 million in port grants for 31 projects across 15 states that incorporate multimodal improvements for the transportation of goods.
Biofuel Groups Ask Congress to Extend Expiring Tax Credit
Soybean farmers in seven states are asking Congress to extend current biodiesel and renewable diesel tax credits due to a lack of clarity on a set of new rules ready to take effect in January.
New Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse Regulations Take Effect
The DOT has new requirements for workplace drug and alcohol test procedures, plus another forcing states to check truck driver records in its Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.
Nebraska Finishes U.S. 275 Section on Eastern Freight Route
The Nebraska Department of Transportation has been working to improve the U.S. 275 corridor in segments for many years. So far, about 70% has been completed, according to NDOT.
Florida Man Facing Federal Prison Time for Biofuel Fraud
A Florida man is facing up to five years in federal prison after pleading guilty to wire fraud and filing false claims after overstating biodiesel credits that were reported to the IRS and EPA.
Legendary Trucker Gene England of C.R. England Dies
Gene England, a trucking industry legend, World War II veteran and beloved family man, died at the age of 105, C.R. England announced Nov. 14.