No, we are not talking about the Olympics or latest Netflix series. We are talking about the goings-on we are watching on Capitol Hill.

The House Labor Appropriations Subcommittee approved a funding bill prohibiting the US Department of Labor from implementing its oppressive independent contractor rule. Next step, it will be heard by the full House Appropriations Committee.

More than 150 members of the US Congress sent a letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) insisting the EPA rollback their Phase 3 Greenhouse Gas rules. Previously, both the US Senate and House voted to revoke the rule, but it was vetoed by President Biden.

The House Transportation Appropriations Subcommittee approved $200M for truck parking to ensure the nation’s drivers have a safe place to park while taking their ten-hours off.

US Congressman David Valadao (R-CA) introduced a bill to fight the growing problem of organized crime and cargo theft, which rose 57% in 2023. The bill would direct $2M to establish a Supply Chain Fraud and Theft Task Force.

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RISKY BUSINESS

Cargo theft and organized retail crime are big problems for everyone. These transnational gangs use various and sophisticated tactics to steal cargo, and they adapt their strategies as fast as stakeholders implement new security measures. They impersonate legitimate...

MAY DAY, MAY DAY!

The marine terminals in Oakland are closed today to allow members of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) the opportunity to recognize May Day, also known as International Worker's Day.

WHALE DONE!

The Port of Oakland was recently presented the "2025 Gold Award" from Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies for championing reduced vessel speeds which protect migrating blue whales and preserve coastal air quality. Congratulations and job whale done!

AUTONOMOUS EXISTENCE

At long last, California has established rules for autonomous trucks, thereby eliminating the ban on autonomous heavy-duty vehicles. There will be a tiered permitting process requiring autonomous trucks to log 500,000 miles with a driver and additional 500,000 miles...

HORMUZ HAVOC

The war in Iran is still wreaking havoc on fuel prices, especially diesel, especially in California. Diesel prices remain stubbornly high in the state at well over $7/gallon. The high oil prices are resulting in high fertilizer prices at a critical time for American...

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