State and local government groups are calling on Congress to create a national workforce strategy for transportation jobs as Connecticut grapples with a need for 450 engineers to spend federal infrastructure funds.
Author: Noël Fletcher
FIATA Focuses on Unfair Shipping Competition, Digital Trade Documents
New digitized trade documents and unfair competition from shipping lines infringing on turf for inland cargo are top priorities during a gathering of transportation leaders and government officials convened by the world’s largest freight forwarding ass…
Three Guidebooks Being Developed to Help States Improve Truck Parking
The American Transportation Research Institute supports efforts to create three guidebooks to help states better manage and improve truck parking facilities.
Cities Find Easier Access to Infrastructure Funds
While local communities have more access to federal infrastructure funds to improve transportation, rising project costs are creating difficulties.
Alabama Trucking Association Creates TV Ad Backing Governor’s Re-Election
The Alabama Trucking Association aims to elevate the industry’s visibility in the state’s current election cycle with an ad campaign backing incumbent Gov. Kay Ivey, a candidate the group said has been a key supporter of trucking.
States Await Details on Seven Elements Added to Freight Plans
Details are emerging about seven new elements mandated under the White House’s infrastructure act that states must include in their comprehensive freight plans.
Mass. Bill to Repeal Rolling Stock Tax Would Aid Trucking Firms
Legislators Optimistic About Ohio Bill to Provide Resources for CDL Training
Two Ohio legislators are optimistic their bill will pass in the General Assembly that would pay 50% of employer expenses to train truck drivers under a four-year tax credit capped at $25,000 per company.
White House Aims to Boost Electrical Grid With Grant Program
Camden Port Among Winners of New Jersey Freight Grants
The Port of Camden is among the winning projects chosen by the New Jersey Department of Transportation for $30 million in freight impact grants to improve traffic safety for large trucks