Texas bans texting while driving
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) recently signed legislation making texting while driving a primary offense. Under the law, which goes into effect Sept. 1, texting while the vehicle is moving will be a...
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Committee releases report with recommendations to improve nation’s highways
The Committee for Economic Development of The Conference Board, a non-profit business think tank, recently released a report recommending six steps that can be taken to improve the nation’s more tha...
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AOPA expresses concern with Trump’s characterization of air traffic control system
Mark Baker, CEO of Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), recently disagreed with President Donald Trump’s comments that the nation’s air traffic control (ATC) system is outdated and broke...
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Pilots’ association releases $2.5 million to support JetBlue contract negotiations
The Air Line Pilots Association International (ALPA) recently released $2.5 million from its $47 million Major Contingency Fund to support JetBlue Airways’ contract negotiations. JetBlue’s 3,4...
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IATA adopts resolution to modernize air cargo industry
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) recently adopted a resolution at its 73rd annual general meeting aimed at modernizing the air cargo industry. The resolution is based on the World...
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Soybean association urges farmers to contact their representatives about biodiesel tax
The American Soybean Association (ASA) recently urged farmers to contact their U.S. Congress members and ask them to cosponsor the House and Senate biodiesel tax credit bills. The Senate bill was i...
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Rep. Shuster, Sen. Thune commend Trump’s air traffic control reform
President Donald Trump and Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao recently released plans for United States Air Traffic Control (ATC) reform; a move which was lauded by Rep. Bill Shuster (...
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IATA encourages Latin America to address infrastructure problems
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) recently encouraged governments in Latin America to apply Smarter Regulation principles and address infrastructure issues. Passenger demand in Lat...
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Ohio budget amendment would change how customers are notified of repair parts
A proposed Ohio budget amendment would place the burden on repair shops, instead of auto insurers, to notify customers of the use of non-OEM parts in a repair. Most insurers require used parts or n...
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Maritime Administration announces $9.8 million available funding for U.S. shipyard grants
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) recently announced $9.8 million is available through the Small Shipyard Grant Program. Five to 12 applications will be sele...
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Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport application approved by U.S. Customs
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) recently approved Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)’s application for the Reimbursable Services Program. The program allows airport...
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30.4 million vehicles with recalled Takata airbags not repaired
Approximately 30.4 million vehicles, more than 65 percent, with recalled Takata airbags have not been repaired, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall b...
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Sen. Hoeven, Wyden introduce legislation aimed at local infrastructure projects
U.S. Sens. John Hoeven (R-ND) and Ron Wyden (D-OR) recently reintroduced the Move America Act, which creates a new infrastructure tax credit and expands tax-exempt private activity bonds aimed at help...
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Software improves safety of loading atypical cargo
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), a classification and technical services provider for marine and offshore industries, has introduced software that streamlines loading analysis, allowing bulk carrier...
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Federal Aviation Administration awards $527 million in grant funds to improve airport infrastructure
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently awarded $527.8 million in airport infrastructure grants to 584 airports as part of the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program (AIP). Each year, the A...
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Transportation administrations award $197 million in grant money for train control implementation
The U.S. Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and the Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) recently awarded $197 million in competitive grant funding to commuter and ...
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Texas Senate votes to repeal vehicle inspection law
The Texas Senate recently voted 27 to 4 to advance Senate Bill 1588, eliminating the state’s vehicle inspection program. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Don Huffines (R-Dallas), would still require s...
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DHS Secretary Kelly discusses aviation security with European counterparts
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary John Kelly recently called European Home Affairs Commissioner Dimitris Avramopoulos and European Transport Commissioner Violeta Bulc to discuss internat...
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Nine states pass laws to curb distracted driving, save lives
Nine states have enacted laws this year aimed at combating distracted driving, while three other states currently have legislation pending. Over the past two years, traffic fatalities increased 14 ...
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Cloud Security Alliance report addresses connected vehicle safety
The Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) recently released a research and guidance report on connected vehicle security. The CSA establishes and educates on cloud computing security. The report, Observat...
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