The transportation secretary says the funding will strengthen transportation systems’ resistance to flooding and heat waves. The Department of Transportation recently distributed $830 million to support the climate…
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NHTSA Launches Awareness Campaign on Distracted Driving
The slogan is “Put the Phone Away or Pay.” The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) launched a safe driving campaign this month, urging drivers to avoid distracted…
Read MoreNTSB Chair Testifies at Renomination Hearing
Chair Homendy expresses her commitment to travel safety before the Senate panel. The Senate Commerce Committee held a hearing for the renomination of Jennifer Homendy as chair of…
Read MoreNHTSA Reports Traffic Fatalities Down 3.6% in 2023
The numbers are still higher than before the pandemic. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released preliminary reports on deaths by traffic crashes in the U.S., reporting…
Read MoreDOT Awards Funding for Community Connection Projects
$3.33 Billion will go toward reconnecting minority urban communities The Department of Transportation (DOT) awarded $3.33 billion in grants to reconnect neighborhoods separated by targeted infrastructure. In the past,…
Read MoreTransportation Secretary Announces Funding for New Technology
The SMART grant distributes funding to 24 demonstration projects. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced the recipients of the 2024 Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation (SMART) Grants Program, selecting…
Read MoreTransportation Department Proposes Phase-Out of Domestic Products Waiver
The administration says the policy under the 1983 Buy America program does not align with domestic manufacturing goals. The Department of Transportation (DOT) introduced a rule that would…
Read MoreFAA Conducts Investigation into United Airlines 4th Incident
The airline has had planes with separate programs including a hydraulic issue, an engine fire, and a tire falling off. The Federal Aviation Administration will be investigating yet…
Read MoreDOT Proposes Rule for Air Travel for Wheelchair Users
New standards plan to enhance assistance, penalties for mishandling, and on-board accessibility. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg introduced a new rule from the Department of Transportation (DOT) to ensure…
Read MoreDOT Makes Additional Investment in Public Transit Development
The department will fund repairs, upgrades, and additions to trains, buses, and ferries. The Department of Transportation released an additional $9.9 billion to support public transit in the…
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