Transportation news for division members

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Arlington, VA – A statistically significant increase in commercial truck crashes occurred following the implementation of a 34-hour restart provision in the federal hours-of-service rule, according to the American Transportation Research Institute.

Washington – The American Trucking Associations has applied for an hours-of-service exemption for truck drivers who transport hazardous materials.

Washington – A new era of rail safety has arrived, federal officials said after announcing a final rule aimed at strengthening standards for the transportation of crude oil and ethanol by rail.

Washington – The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is seeking public feedback on the most effective way to implement a voluntary program to help reduce truck and bus crashes.

Cleveland – At least two crew members would be required on every freight train, under recently proposed legislation from Rep. Don Young (R-AK).

Washington – The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee has approved nominations for several key transportation posts.

Washington – A group of safety advocates is calling for forward collision avoidance and mitigation braking systems, or F-CAM, to be required in all trucks and buses to help prevent deadly rear-end crashes.

Washington – The Federal Transit Administration has issued a proposed rule aimed at improving safety for workers and passengers on rail transit systems.

Washington – The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has pushed back its projected publication date for a final rule regarding electronic logging devices.