Applications for U.S. state unemployment benefits fell only slightly the week of Jan. 11 and remained elevated, signaling heightened pandemic-related strain in the U.S. labor market just as Joe Biden begins his first days as president.
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USDA Says It Lacks Jurisdiction to Issue Hemp Transport Shipping Document Guidance
A final hemp rule announced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture does not include requirements for shipping documents that could help motor carriers avoid being stopped, inspected or subject to detention by law enforcement when crossing state boundaries.
C.H. Robinson Launches Consumer Brand for Fresh Produce
C.H. Robinson’s fresh produce business division will roll out its own brand of fruits and vegetables nationwide, the motor carrier announced Jan. 19.
Amazon Offers to Help Biden Administration With Vaccinations
Amazon .com Inc. is offering to help the Biden administration accelerate the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, including to its own employees.
Cardinal Expands Delivery Capability With NRX Acquisition
Cardinal Logistics Management Corp. announced Jan. 20 that it had acquired last-mile delivery provider NRX Logistics.
Biden Unveils Sweeping Climate Plan, Moves to Rejoin Paris Pact
President Joe Biden will unveil sweeping action to combat climate change hours after becoming president, moving to rejoin the Paris accord and imposing a moratorium on oil leasing in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
Biden Unveils Sweeping Climate Plan, Moves to Rejoin Paris Pact
President Joe Biden will unveil sweeping action to combat climate change hours after becoming president, moving to rejoin the Paris accord and imposing a moratorium on oil leasing in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
Incoming Administration ‘Looking to the Future,’ Buttigieg Says
A day before his confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill, President Joe Biden’s pick to lead the country’s transportation policy affairs championed a pandemic aid package that includes funds for transit systems.
Safety Equipment, Training for Contractors Doesn’t Endanger Status, DOL Says
The U.S. Department of Labor has issued an opinion letter ruling that motor carriers can supply independent contractors safety equipment such as dash cams, speed limiters and driver monitoring systems, and also require that they take safety training wi…
Safety Equipment, Training for Contractors Doesn’t Endanger Status, DOL Says
The U.S. Department of Labor has issued an opinion letter ruling that motor carriers can supply independent contractors safety equipment such as dash cams, speed limiters and driver monitoring systems, and also require that they take safety training wi…