Transportation

Bipartisan railroad safety bill would keep people involved in track inspections

Washington — Recently introduced bipartisan legislation is aimed at curbing train derailments by requiring railroads to conduct both automated and visual track inspections. The Secure...

FMCSA looking for truckers to ‘pre-test’ its hours-of-service changes

Washington — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is seeking truckers for the “pre-testing phase” of two pilot programs aimed at increasing flexibility for...

IIHS extending its safety ratings to some commercial vehicles

Arlington, VA — Aiming to expand its efforts involving commercial vehicles, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety said it intends to release occupant safety...

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says he welcomes input from states

Washington — Feedback from state departments of transportation – “good, bad or ugly” – is a great thing for the federal government, Transportation Secretary...
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Federal Railroad Administration seeking members for advisory committee

Washington — The Federal Railroad Administration is accepting nominations for membership on its Railroad Safety Advisory Committee. The 25-member committee provides information, advice and recommendations...

Issues with diesel exhaust fluid systems spur safety alert

Lincoln, NE — Concerned about recent reports of diesel exhaust fluid systems causing sudden power/speed loss and engine shutdowns, the Nebraska Attorney General’s Office...

Bipartisan Railway Safety Act reintroduced in the Senate

Washington — A bipartisan group of eight Senators has reintroduced legislation focused on strengthening safety related to trains carrying hazardous materials. Introduced on Feb. 24...

NSC projects a 12% decrease in U.S. traffic deaths in 2025

Washington — Nearly 38,000 people were killed in motor vehicle-related crashes last year – a 12% decrease from 2024, according to preliminary estimates from...
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Bipartisan group of lawmakers renew call for passage of rail safety bill

Washington — A group of lawmakers, labor union leaders and local leaders is renewing its push for Congress to pass the bipartisan Rail Safety...

A ‘commonsense approach to enhance safety’: Pennsylvania adds truck parking spaces

Harrisburg, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has opened 339 new truck parking spaces at 24 locations throughout the state. PennDot Secretary Mike Carroll...

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