WASHINGTON — When the clock strikes midnight Oct. 1, the federal government is bound to experience a partial shutdown if Congress doesn’t sign off on legislation that would do otherwise.
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$1.4 Billion Committed to Rail Safety, Supply Chain Boost
WASHINGTON — The Biden administration announced Sept. 25 that it has awarded more than $1.4 billion to projects that improve railway safety and boost capacity.
Canadian Autoworkers Ratify New Labor Agreement With Ford
Canadian autoworkers ratified a new labor agreement with Ford Motor Co. on Sept. 24, averting a threatened strike and potentially setting a precedent that could play out in the U.S.
Newsom Vetoes Bill Requiring Human in Autonomous Trucks
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sept. 22 vetoed a bill that for five years would have banned autonomous trucks from be tested on public roads in California trucks without drivers in the cab.
Buttigieg Says Both UAW, Big Three Automakers Can Win
The United Auto Workers and Detroit’s Big Three can all notch wins in contract negotiations, with workers securing strong raises while the carmakers keep thriving, Pete Buttigieg said.
Run on Less Event Sees Big Improvements, Pleasant Surprises
The North American Council for Freight Efficiency’s latest Run on Less program is largely producing pleasant surprises so far, including Tesla Semi performance.
Daimler Truck Financial Services Plans European Expansion
FTC Poised to Sue Amazon for Antitrust Violations
The Federal Trade Commission is expected to sue Amazon for antitrust violations next week, according to people familiar with the matter — the agency’s fourth swipe at the retail giant in 2023.
White House Preparing for Government Shutdown
WASHINGTON — The White House is preparing to direct federal agencies to get ready for a shutdown after House Republicans left town for the weekend with no plan to keep the government funded.
Elite Truckers to Test Skills at Fundraiser Sept. 23
A month after the National Truck Driving Championships, elite commercial drivers will have a forum to display their talents.