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U.S. DOT announces interim final rule banning race- and sex-based contracting requirements in federal grants.
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has issued a statement declaring an Interim Final Rule (IFR) that prohibits contracting requirements based on race and sex within federal grant programs, reaffirming its commitment to civil rights and the responsible use of taxpayer funds.
As a result of this move, the federal government will be withholding $18 billion allocated to the reconstruction projects in New York, specifically the Hudson Tunnel and the Second Avenue Subway, according to the statement released by the DOT.
DOT administrative review: rejection of the DBE program
The Department of Transportation has launched an administrative review of two key infrastructure projects to determine whether they are implementing unconstitutional practices. Until the review is completed, federal reimbursements will be suspended, the agency reported. However, the IFR announcement came just hours after the government shutdown was enacted, which could further delay the process and leave both projects stuck in bureaucratic limbo.
The Department is focusing on these projects because they are among the largest infrastructure initiatives in the country, and the American public is expecting quick and efficient results. Nevertheless, the progress of these projects is on hold until the DOT completes its expedited review.
Secretary Duffy’s position on the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program is unequivocal. According to statements from both Duffy and the Department, “subsidizing infrastructure contracts with taxpayer money based on discriminatory principles is unconstitutional, contrary to civil rights laws, and a misuse of public resources.”
The DBE program was created by the DOT over 20 years ago with the aim of promoting the participation of small businesses that are socially and economically disadvantaged in federally funded transportation projects. However, the Department argues that many of these projects involve workers who are undocumented or have pending immigration status. While the program was intended to create more equitable conditions, the DOT asserts that federal funds should not be used to favor individuals who are not U.S. citizens.
Federal friction
This situation highlights the ongoing tensions between federal funding requirements and local practices, as the DOT seeks to enforce civil rights standards while navigating a politically charged environment. As the review progresses, the American public continues to await the efficient and effective completion of these critical infrastructure projects.
“This is yet another unfortunate consequence of the reckless decision by radical Democrats to hold the federal government hostage in order to grant benefits to illegal immigrants,” the Department of Transportation stated in its release.
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Diesel Reliability in Cold Climates Act of 2025
New bill to authorize manufacturers to suspend engine power-reduction functions and engine shutdowns in diesel vehicles during periods of cold weather. A new bill is
Crash Responder Safety: A National Priority for America’s Highways
A Shared Road, A Shared Responsibility
Crash Responder Safety is more than a federal campaign — it’s a real-world issue that affects every trucker rolling down America’s highways. Quick-clearance techniques, better communication, stronger enforcement, data-driven crash prevention, and consistent “Move Over” behavior all contribute to safer roads for responders and for drivers behind the wheel of Class 8 equipment.
As USDOT continues to expand training and roll out new safety initiatives, the trucking community remains a critical partner. Protecting the people who protect us — and preventing crashes before they happen — is a mission shared by every responder, every agency, and every driver in the industry.
CDLs in Legal Limbo After Federal Court Freeze
The suspension of the new federal rule on CDLs has left thousands of immigrant drivers and state agencies without clear guidance — a situation made even more chaotic by the California scandal, where 17,000 commercial licenses were revoked after irregularities were uncovered. Together, these crises have pushed the nation’s licensing system into a regulatory limbo with direct consequences for the U.S. transportation industry.
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California CDL Scandal Triggers 17,000 License Revocations After Federal Audit
California CDL Scandal Triggers 17,000 License Revocations After Federal Audit
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