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Economic Analysis of the Transportation Infrastructure Investment
July 14, 2014
The federal government's current level of spending on transportation projects is about $50 billion, which infrastructure advocates say is barely enough to maintain the current state of the nation's roads and bridges.
Network Neutrality, Broadband Discrimination
June 3, 2014
The goal of this paper was to make an initial case for a broadband discrimination regime as an alternative to the structural remedy of open access to achieve the goal of network neutrality.
Report From The Commission To The European Council
May 6, 2014
Trade and Investment Barriers Report 2014 - This report underlines again that barriers to access the markets of the EU’s strategic partners continue to persist in various ways.
Closing the European Trade Barrier Gaps
May 6, 2014
As the EU slowly recovers from its economic doldrums, member nations vie for U.S. investment and logistical services while shippers increase their willingness to enlarge operations on the continent.
GROW AMERICA Act
May 2, 2014
The GROW AMERICA Act will provide rail with a predictable, dedicated funding source and the tools needed to drive the next generation of rail safety and development.
Secretary Foxx Sends Transportation Bill to Congress
May 2, 2014
GROW AMERICA Act would create jobs, provide certainty for country’s future growth.
Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee to Hold Hearings on Amazon Drones
December 2, 2013
Amazon's plans for using drones to deliver packages is just one example of the potential this technology offers consumers, and a reflection of the ingenuity of American business.
Transportation Regulatory Update
August 27, 2013
Congress leaves Washington during the month of August and this provides a great opportunity to review the transportation regulatory agenda. Here is a brief update on a few hot topics.
Deadline: July 9, 2013 – CBP Begins Liquidated Damages Phase of ISF Enforcement – Are You Ready?
July 3, 2013
Starting on July 9, 2013, liquidated damages of $5,000 per violation will be issued for inaccurate, incomplete, or untimely filings. CBP may also withhold the release or transfer of cargo for which an ISF has not been filed. Noncompliant cargo will also be subject to further inspections.
What Does It Really Mean to Be College and Work Ready?
June 15, 2013
The nation is, at long last, engaged in a serious discussion of what it might take to make sure that our students leave high school college and career ready. But what exactly, does that mean? Almost three years ago, we decided to find out, by looking at the levels of mathematics and English language literacy high school graduates need to succeed in their first year in our community colleges.
Study Highlights Tertiary Supply-Chain Conundrum
June 15, 2013
The United States’ public secondary schools provide universities and colleges with the bulk of their applicants. There is ample evidence that tertiary institutions are faced with contradictory data suggesting that they have a serious supply-chain problem.
How Will the Hours of Service Changes Impact You?
May 25, 2013
Hours of Service (HOS) changes announced in December 2011 are scheduled to go into effect on July 1, 2013. As this date gets closer, here is a summary of the impending changes: Within the 34 hour restart, a driver will only be able to use the restart once a week and Similarly, the 34 hour restart will need to include two 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. time periods.
Electronic Waste “Recycler” Executive Recycling Convicted for Illegal Exports
April 1, 2013
Two executives of an electronic waste recycling company were convicted in December of smuggling, environmental crimes, mail and wire fraud, and obstruction of justice in conjunction with the illegal export of hazardous waste to China and other countries, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado. By Amber Road
Crocs Inc. Facing $36 Million in Fines from U.S. and Mexico
March 29, 2013
Crocs Inc., a worldwide shoe manufacturer, disclosed in its 10-K filing last week that the company may owe up to $36.2 million in fines to U.S. and Mexico Customs and taxing authorities. By Amber Road
New Robotics Roadmap Presented to Congress
March 22, 2013
A new Roadmap for U.S. Robotics was presented to the Congressional Caucus on Robotics on March 20. The new Robotics roadmap, organized by the Robotics Virtual Organization, includes updates to the sections on manufacturing, healthcare/medical robotics, and services.