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Image of rail tracks with text reading "USDOT Announces Temporary Waiver Program to Evaluate Track Inspection Technology."
Newsby StaffDecember 8, 2025

USDOT Announces Temporary Waiver Program to Evaluate Track Inspection Technology

See how the Federal Railroad Administration's five-year waiver lets railroads test automated track inspection tools alongside visual checks.

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A graphic with white text reading "USDOT, Amtrack Advance Penn Station Transformation With Key Project Milestones."
Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 31, 2025

USDOT, Amtrak Advance Penn Station Transformation with Key Project Milestones

Key milestones are being hit to keep the Penn Station Transformation Project on track for a 2027 groundbreaking.

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A graphic with an image of a public transit bus on a snowy city road and text reading "USDOT Issues Emergency Rule Tightening Non-Domiciled CDL Eligibility."
Newsby News/Media ReleaseSeptember 26, 2025

USDOT Issues Emergency Rule Tightening Non-Domiciled CDL Eligibility

In response to fatal crashes and an FMCSA audit claiming widespread licensing violations, USDOT is tightening eligibility for foreign drivers and threatening penalties against noncompliant states.

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A graphic with an American flag and text reading USDOT Redirects Funding for New National Railroad Partnership Program.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseSeptember 26, 2025

USDOT Redirects Funding for New National Railroad Partnership Program

The new National Railroad Partnership Program utilizes over $2 billion in repurposed funding from the California High Speed Rail project.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 23, 2025

Amtrak, USRC Agree to Restore Federal Control of Washington Union Station

The new agreement among USRC, Amtrak, and the Federal Railroad Administration will expedite restoration efforts, enhance security, and stimulate new economic development.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 23, 2025

Florida Lands $42M in Fed Funding for Rail Safety Improvements

The four rail safety grants support installing safety fencing, grade crossing upgrades, and a trespassing alert system.

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Image of the Blue Line light rail in Charlotte, NC. Text reads: "FTA Launches Investigation of North Carolina CATS System."
Newsby StaffSeptember 11, 2025

FTA Launches Investigation of North Carolina CATS' Security Spending & Safety Plans

The Federal Transit Administration will evaluate CATS' compliance with federal safety directives after multiple violent incidents in 2025.

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Image of people walking in New York Penn Station with text reading "USDOT Reveals Schedule for New York Penn Station Transformation".
Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 29, 2025

USDOT Reveals Schedule for New York Penn Station Transformation Project

Plans call for a master developer to be selected by May 2026 and construction for the new transit hub to begin by the end of 2027.

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American flag with text.
Newsby StaffJuly 28, 2025

FTA Eases Grant Rules, Allows Shift from Zero to Low Emission Tech

Grant recipients can now request to switch from "no emission" to "low emission" projects under FTA grants.

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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy speaks at a podium in front of a crowd.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 21, 2025

U.S. Transportation Secretary Opens Discussions on Surface Transportation Reauthorization

Secretary Sean Duffy outlined the infrastructure agenda, signed the Texas deal, and urged states to accelerate project delivery under NEPA.

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