Regulatory Agencies
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Regulators gear up for rule setting minimum train crew size
FRA Deputy Administrator Amit Bose testifies on crew size and LNG by rail at his nomination hearing.
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Regulators eye new container-fee rules to address alleged overcharging
Ocean carrier detention and demurrage practices will be the target of an upcoming proposed rule from the Federal Maritime Commission.
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DOT opens probe into container, chassis shortages
The Department of Transportation seeks “practical solutions” from the freight industry to alleviate container shortages and supply chain chokepoints.
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Exporters ratchet pressure on Biden to take on shipping challenges
U.S. agribusiness exporters claim they are poised to lose 22% of sales due to massive increases in container shipping rates.
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Biden vaccine mandate may worsen low driver retention rates
President Biden has ordered companies of 100 or more employees to require workers to be vaccinated or tested weekly.
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Amazon, Walmart to advise Washington on ocean freight policy
An FMC advisory committee has been formed amid ongoing shipper complaints of carrier market power abuse.
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US, China, Europe grapple with container shipping bottlenecks
The maritime meeting among trade partners comes as container shipping remains hot.
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Viewpoint: Why is rail being left out of regulatory discussions?
Federal action addressing matters of concern in the rail industry, particularly regarding safety, seem to be an afterthought.
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$500M STEER Act could help bridge gap to zero-emission trucks
Legislation aimed at aerodynamic retrofits is expected to be introduced this week.
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Cold Chain Summit: Regulators must do more to keep cold chain moving
GCCA’s Lowell Randel explains how industry and government can fix driver shortages, port congestion and cyber threats.
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