U.S. Department of Transportation News
‘This was preventable’: NTSB scorches FAA over fatal DC air disaster – Federal accident
investigators cited several problems, including those at the Federal Aviation Administration, for
causing the catastrophe.
DOT reorganizes FAA to support modernization, other goals – The proposed legislation targets
redundant or outdated regulations, which, after being identified, could be amended, rescinded,
or removed.
Other Federal Mobility News
Major U.S. Public Transit Systems Suspend Some Services During Storm – Officials in several
cities, including Boston, New York, and Philadelphia, advised residents to avoid traveling if
possible through the weekend.
Judge Questions Trump Administration’s Push to Halt Congestion Pricing – As a legal battle
continues over the fate of New York City’s toll program, a judge appeared skeptical of the federal
government’s arguments, but did not issue a ruling.
World Cup Cities Set to Win $100 Million in Federal Transit Aid – The federal government is
considering directing $100.3 million to transit agencies in cities hosting FIFA World Cup games
to help with planning and operating expenses.
U.S. Automakers’ Foreign Troubles Now Extend to Canada – U.S. trade policy has devastated the
Canadian auto industry and pushed the country to reach an agreement that will make it easier
for Chinese companies to sell cars there.
Iowa City Saves Money and Cuts Emissions With Electric Fleet – Iowa City, Iowa, is one of the
cities transitioning to electric government vehicles.
No more free rides: Fares coming to Miami-Dade’s MetroConnect transit shuttle – While the
app-hailed rides are still part of the county’s transit system, on Sunday they’re going to start
costing riders $3.75 per trip.
