End-of-FY Budget Data Starts Trickling In
October 17, 2025 – Some preliminary numbers for USDOT and Highway Trust Fund spending for the just-ended fiscal year are now in.
Most USDOT Spending Back to Normal Levels Amidst “Shutdown”
October 17, 2025 – Despite the government shutdown, USDOT quickly resumed over $1 billion per day in grant reimbursements once its routine accounting pause ended.
No End in Sight for Shutdown
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Transit Safety and Federal Funding: USDOT Puts Selected Transit Agencies on Alert Over Transit Safety Levels
October 10, 2025 – USDOT warned major transit agencies to improve safety and curb fare evasion or risk losing federal funds amid rising post-pandemic transit crime and funding uncertainty.
Backlog of Nominations Largely Cleared by Senate
October 10, 2025 – Amid the ongoing shutdown, the Senate confirmed 107 nominees – including four at USDOT – while several key transportation posts remain stalled due to political and procedural delays.
Senate Passes Coast Guard Authorization Bill as Add-On to NDAA
October 10, 2025 – Amid the shutdown, the Senate passed the FY2026 defense bill with the Coast Guard reauthorization included, prompting negotiations with the House on a final version.
Highway Trust Fund Infographic of the Week
October 10, 2025 – A new Sankey chart visualizes the FY2024 Highway Trust Fund’s cash flow, highlighting the depth of its fiscal challenges ahead of upcoming 2025 reports.
Administration Creates New Restrictions for Truck and Bus Driver Licensing
October 3, 2025 – In accordance with a recent announcement from Secretary Duffy, FMCSA issued an emergency rule limiting non-domiciled CDLs and warning California of possible funding penalties.
Shutdown Will Last Into Next Week as Senate Goes Home for Weekend
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