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The nation’s trucking regulator has told Congress it lacks the ability to deal effectively with illegal brokers.

Retailers and ocean carriers assess the possible effects in the U.S. if supply chain disruptions in the Middle East continue.

FreightWaves looks at prospects for trucking legislation as lawmakers return to Capitol Hill after the August recess.

Congress and the Biden administration will aim to advance trucking policy despite the potential gridlock of divided government.

In the unlikely event of a legislative settlement, rail workers could attempt to gain leverage through a risky walkout.

Congress is paying more attention than ever to freight supply chains. Here are 10 pending bills that attempt to address disruption and lower costs for carriers and their customers.

Independent truck dispatchers are pushing back on potential regulatory changes that could restrict their services.

A maritime coalition wants Congress to fund a new maritime relief program as part of the next COVID-19 relief bill.

A Democratic “trifecta” in Washington could finally push a long-term infrastructure past the finish line.

Business groups stand on the side of democracy versus Trump.

Law outlines penalties of up to $20,000 per day for noncompliance.

Annual insurance rates could surge 150% or more

President’s options limited without sufficient evidence, according to former DOJ antitrust chief.

U.S. Federal Maritime Commission asks lawmakers to consider “financial bridge” to help container terminals make their lease payments.

Supplies from FEMA follow calls by industry and lawmakers for more COVID-19 protection.

Group says more coordination needed to address insufficient supply of masks, hand sanitizer.

Brian Aoaeh is a contributor of commentaries to FreightWaves. Last week he wrote Commentary: Supply Chain Caucus established in U.S. House of Representatives. That spurred an idea to write the […]

The National Treasury Employees Union tells House appropriators that Customs and Border Protection requires an additional 1,100 officers and staff to carry out its mission at the nation’s ports of entry.

Advocacy groups differ on effectiveness of public and private financing to meet high demand.

Chris Connor, the new president and CEO of the American Association of Port Authorities, is enthusiastic about advocating for the varied needs of its members.

A bipartisan deal on the table. Amazon and GM consider investing in electric pickup maker, Rivian. The volatility of spring markets. All this and more in today’s pickup.

Green New Deals are the rage in Washington, with benefits – and costs – for trucking.

Speed limiter regulations sat idling under Bush and Obama, so truck safety groups now look to Congress – and Trump – to put it in gear.

The Congressional Budget Office reveals latest stats on the diminishing Highway Trust Fund as Congress plans to consider new ways to pay for highway infrastructure.