April 26, 2024 – This is the ninth article in our series about transportation and U.S. presidents. Appropriately, given the length of William Henry Harrison’s term in office, it will also be our shortest.
https://enotrans.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/William-Henry-Harrison.jpeg12541040Jonathan Hammondhttps://enotrans.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Eno-Logo-2.pngJonathan Hammond2024-04-26 09:59:572024-04-26 14:52:35William Henry Harrison (1841): The Washington, D.C. Pedestrian
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April 17, 2024 – The U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials met for a hearing titled “Examining Challenges and Solutions in the Commuter Rail Industry.”
April 19, 2024 – President Biden this week requested higher tariffs on Chinese-made steel and aluminum, and his trade rep opened a new investigation into unfair Chinese competition in shipbuilding, shipping, and logistics.
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April 19, 2024 – Martin Van Buren had a strong opinion about the federal government’s role in funding infrastructure projects (known at the time as “internal improvements.”)
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April 10, 2024 – Chair Cantwell (D-WA) convened the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation to discuss the renominations of National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Chair Jennifer Homendy and Surface Transportation Board (STB) Member Patrick Fuchs.
April 12, 2024 – Members of the Maryland Congressional delegation introduced legislation yesterday that would authorize – but would not actually fund – the replacement of the Francis Scott Key bridge over the Patapsco River, which collapsed March 26 after being struck by a container ship.