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Under the 'Big, Beautiful Bill,' Car Companies Won't Be Fined for Failing To Hit Arbitrary Fuel Efficiency Goals

CAFE standards try to accomplish a reasonable goal but in an ineffective way.

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Truckers fear job loss as new English language rules take effect

Brushing up on English has taken on new urgency for truck drivers in the United States

The Independent UK

FAA to eliminate floppy disks used in air traffic control systems - Windows 95 also being phased out

The acting FAA administrator laid out a plan to the House Appropriations Committee to launch a comprehensive upgrade of the nation's air traffic control.

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GAO finds DOT funding pause on electric vehicle charging illegal - Roll Call

The GAO said the Transportation Department acted illegally when it paused funding this year for an electric vehicle charging program.

Roll Call

House Transportation advances reconciliation plan; focus on EV fee - Roll Call

A House panel backed a $250 fee on electric vehicles Wednesday, part of its plan to find $10 billion in deficit-reduction over 10 years.

Roll Call

It’s a s*** show’: Department of Transportation scrambles to keep staff who accepted resignations

Department of Transportation offered a second round of voluntary deferred resignations at the beginning of the month

The Independent UK

Senate To Confirm Sean Duffy As Transportation Department Head

Senate set to confirm Sean Duffy as Secretary of Transportation. Priorities include safety measures, air traffic control, and rebuilding trust in Boeing.

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Senate confirms former Rep. Duffy for Transportation head - Roll Call

Duffy takes office as the White House orders a pause on some government grants and loans that could affect certain rail programs.

Roll Call

US Sues Southwest Airlines Over 'Chronically Delayed' Flights

The Transportation Department is suing Southwest Airlines, alleging the airline had chronically delayed flights due to unrealistic scheduling.

International Business Times

Transportation pick Duffy soars through confirmation hearing - Roll Call

Sean P. Duffy, President-elect Donald Trump's choice to head the Transportation Department, pledged to get Boeing “back on track."

Roll Call

Airline CEOs and Transportation Secretary Buttigieg fight over regulations even after election

The Biden administration is on its way out of power, but that's not ending the arguments between the administration and airlines that think they are being over-regulated

The Independent UK

Trump pick for DOT head Duffy has empty transportation resume - Roll Call

President-elect Donald Trump announced Monday that he will nominate former Wisconsin congressman Sean Duffy to head the Transportation Department.

Roll Call

Trump Administration Could Ease Rules For Self-Driving Cars: Report

The move could benefit billionaire Tesla CEO Elon Musk, who was recently picked to help "dismantle" the federal bureaucracy and "slash excess regulations."

International Business Times

Automakers Gear Up As New Tariffs, EV Policy Changes Loom Under Trump Administration

In addition to the tariffs on Mexico, the Republican leader has expressed his intention to reverse pro-electric vehicle policies and rescind regulations enforced by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Transportation Department on his first day in office. He also aims to reduce or eliminate tax breaks and other incentives…

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Biden Administration Launches Investigation Into Airline Competition

Biden administration investigates airline competition, mergers, and fees in the U.S. air travel industry.

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Transportation Department Awards New Long-Haul Flights At Reagan National Airport

Transportation Department awards five new daily long-haul flights at Reagan National Airport to major airlines, enhancing travel options between Washington...

The Independent UK

Five airlines to share new long-haul flights to Washington’s Reagan National Airport

The Transportation Department rejected a bid by JetBlue Airways to add another flight from San Juan, Puerto Rico

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Alaska Airlines To Complete Alaska Airlines To Complete Top News Billion Purchase Of Hawaiian Airlines Billion Purchase Of Hawaiian Airlines

Biden administration approves Alaska Airlines' acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines with conditions, enhancing competition and consumer protections.

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New airline rule would make flying with children easier

Airlines have been pushing back against the campaign to eliminate ‘junk fees’

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Delta Air Lines Under Investigation For Passenger Treatment

Delta Air Lines faces investigation over flight disruptions caused by a global technology outage. Regulators scrutinize handling of cancellations and delays.

Roll Call

Vance has diverse record on tax, spending - Roll Call

First elected in 2022, JD Vance has struck interesting positions on budget and tax policy that go beyond his opposition to Ukraine aid.

The Independent UK

Air travel is getting worse. That's what passengers are telling the US government

Air travel is getting more miserable

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Jerry Fritz, the Self-Described ‘Forrest Gump’ of the Industry, Prepares For Retirement

ONE Media’s Jerry Fritz reflects on the TV industry, regulation and his future

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Airlines Sue To Block Transparency Rule Over Passenger Fees

Major U.S. airlines challenge Biden administration's new rule on fee transparency, sparking legal battle. Transportation Department aims to protect consume...

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Airlines must report fees, issue prompt refunds, new rules say - Roll Call

The Transportation Department finalized a rule requiring airlines to refund consumers for canceled or significantly delayed flights

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