LSN Weekly Federal Mobility Digest

November 8, 2024

Who might make up Trump’s Cabinet – Donald Trump did not engaged in formal conversations about a potential Cabinet in the run-up to his election. But he did spitball potential contenders.
Automakers brace for new tariffs, EV changes under Trump presidency – Automakers are bracing for President-elect Donald Trump to impose new tariffs on vehicles from Mexico and potentially from other countries and to reverse many existing pro-electric vehicle policies.
What did Trump do for the U.S. railway industry during his presidency? – During his first presidency, Donald Trump promised significant improvements to the U.S. railway infrastructure. His 2016 campaign included a pledge to allocate $500 billion to the transportation sector. Although his plans were ambitious, fulfilling these promises encountered serious challenges and controversies.
Challenges ahead for passenger rail under Trump, GOP Senate: Analysis – This election could significantly reduce future financial support for Amtrak, transit, and high-speed rail projects, although expected cuts could be tempered if Democrats can capture enough still-undecided House of Representatives races to gain a majority in that chamber.
How will a second Trump administration affect transportation policy? – Experts say that Federal support for public transportation, Amtrak, high-speed rail, and electric vehicles may be at risk.

Miami-Dade County Department of Transportation and Public Works BRT South Date Transitway. project nears completion – The new BRT system features dedicated lanes that bypass regular traffic, allowing riders to commute more efficiently through the city of Homestead, Florida.
T×DOT partners with DPS to help end the streak of daily deaths on Texas roadways – On the anniversary of the last deathless day on Nov. 7, 2000, Texas Department of Transportation (T×DOT) and Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) are working together to share safe driving messages in hopes to end this deadly streak.
Troy Police Department Awarded Illinois Department of Transportation Traffic Enforcement Grant – The Troy Police Department has announced it will enhance its traffic safety initiatives following the award of a Federal Fiscal Year 2025 Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant. The grant aims to bolster high-visibility enforcement strategies that seek to reduce traffic crashes and prevent injuries.