Some regions experiences shortages in supply. While Christmas tree farms have reported a strong harvest, some regions of the U.S. are experiencing a shortage even as others have…
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House Votes to Avert Rail Strike
The measure now goes to the Senate. On Wednesday, the House of Representatives passed a bill that would avert a national railroad strike. The legislative decision would block…
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House Vote Could Block Rail Strike
President supports the congressional intervention. A vote is planned on Wednesday in the House of Representatives that would block a strike by railroad workers. On Monday, in his…
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Congress Urged to Avert Rail Strike
President Biden adds his call for Congress to intervene after 400 organizations sent a letter. The railroad labor negotiation standoff that began in August has had its agreement…
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New Superintendent Appointed to Merchant Marine Academy
Rear Admiral Nunan brings three decades of Coast Guard experience to leadership. Rear Admiral Joanna Nunan has been selected by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Maritime Administration…
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U.S., UK, and EU Allow Russian Fertilizer for Food Security
Individual guidances issued for food industry and partners. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken released a joint statement this week with Josep Borrell, the High Representative of the…
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Railroad Labor Negotiations Extended
Unions have until December 9 to approve an agreement. The deadline for a labor agreement between railroads and labor unions has been pushed back again. Another railroad workers…
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USDA Secretary Announces Funding for Meat and Poultry Expansion
$73 million in grants for 21 projects to increase competition. U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced that $73 million is being made available to…
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Administration Invests $703 Million in Port Development
Transportation Department supports efforts to develop supply chain reliability. The Department of Transportation announced that 41 port-improvement projects have been approved to receive $703 million in funding. The…
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Low Mississippi River Water Levels Hamper Supply Chain
The lowest level in decades slows shipping lanes. Mayors of cities along the Mississippi River have requested federal assistance as the major conduit of freight has reached historically…
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