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29 Feb

USDOT Opens Applications for $18 Million in Funding Opportunities to Support Hazardous Materials Transportation and Pipeline Safety Activities Nationwide

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024 Funding will help train first responders, educate the public on local safety initiatives, and encourage the development of new pipeline technologies. WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) today published multiple Notices of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs) to award $18 million in grants through its pipeline and hazardous materials safety programs. These funding opportunities are open to states, local communities, tribal entities, universities, and non-profit organizations to support pipeline and hazardous materials safety programs across the country. Funding will be used to improve community and environmental safety through projects that…

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28 Feb

NEW MILESTONE: List of ‘Allies in Action’ Supporting USDOT’s Safety Push Surpasses 160 Members and includes 36 State Transportation Agencies and State Safety Offices

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After launching the comprehensive National Roadway Safety Strategy in early 2022, public organizations, private businesses, research institutions, and more have stepped up in response to USDOT’s call to action to reduce roadway deaths.  Daniel Langenkamp, founder of the Sarah Debbink Langenkamp Bike Safety Memorial Fund, with sons Oliver (left) and Axel (right), speaks at today’s National Roadway Safety Strategy event at about the tragic death of his wife Sarah last year while riding her bicycle. U.S. Deputy Secretary of Transportation Polly Trottenberg, AASHTO Executive Director Jim Tymon, Maryland Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller, and Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen (from left to…

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26 Feb

U.S. Department of Transportation Announces $1.25 billion in Direct, Accessible Grants for Local Communities to Improve Roadway Safety

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WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has opened the process for cities, towns, counties, Tribal governments and Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPO) to apply for $1.256 billion in funding for local projects that improve roadway safety. The funds are from the competitive grant program, Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A), which was created in President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to help communities both plan and carry out projects that help reduce the number of deaths and serious injuries on our highways, streets, and roads. The SS4A grant program is a major action that supports funding to advance the DOT’s…

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25 Feb

Biden-Harris Administration Announces Nearly $631 Million in Grants to Help Transit Agencies Buy New Railcars and Support American Manufacturing

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WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) today announced $631 million in grants to improve rail transit safety and reliability for passengers through the purchase of new American-made rail cars. This investment, a part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, will improve transportation systems across the nation while creating good-paying jobs and boosting economic competitiveness.  The grants announced today through FTA’s Rail Vehicle Replacement Program will help transit agencies in Chicago, Philadelphia, and Baltimore replace older vehicles with 300 new railcars, making transit safer, opening new opportunities for people with disabilities, and modernizing their transit…

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23 Feb

Maritime Administration Announces Centers of Excellence Designations for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education

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Thursday, February 22, 2024 WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) announced the designation of 32 Centers of Excellence (CoE) for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education. The designated COEs consist of 50 maritime training locations across 17 states and Guam. The designation recognizes and promotes support to post-secondary maritime training programs that prepare students for careers in the maritime industry. “Our country depends on a highly-skilled mariner workforce to strengthen both our economy and our national security,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “The 32 Centers of Excellence we’re designating today will promote training opportunities…

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19 Feb

USDOT and FRA Continue Pressing on Rail Safety, Finalizes Norfolk Southern Railway Participation into Confidential Close Call Reporting System

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Entry into the program will allow approximately 1,000 workers to confidentially report close calls and improve rail safety Additional Class I freight railroad participation stands to benefit more than 100,000 railroad employees  WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) today announced that Norfolk Southern Railway (NS) will officially join a pilot program of the Confidential Close Call Reporting System (C3RS) in partnership with the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) and the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers – Transportation Division (SMART-TD). As a result of the agreement, NS employees represented by BLET and…

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18 Feb

Best Mattress Sales 2024 by Sleep Junkie

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SHERIDAN, Wyo., February 18, 2024 (Newswire.com) - Sleep Junkie, renowned as the ultimate guide for all things sleep, proudly announces the Best Mattress Sales for 2024. This Presidents Day, Sleep Junkie is not just showcasing deals; it's transforming sleep experiences. The company's sleep studies and mattress reviews provide a holistic approach to choosing the right mattress for your unique needs.A New Era in Mattress Shopping  Gone are the days of brief in-store trials. At Sleep Junkie, we understand that finding the perfect sleep surface is a journey into personal wellness. Sleep Junkie's diverse team of sleep experts, including health and wellness coaches,…

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18 Feb

Presidents Day Mattress Sales 2024 by eachnight.com

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., February 18, 2024 (Newswire.com) - eachnight.com, a popular resource for sleep and sleep advocacy, proudly announces its curated list of the best Presidents Day Mattress Sales for 2024. This Presidents Day, eachnight.com is not just offering sales; it's delivering the promise of rejuvenating sleep with significant savings on top-quality mattresses.A Sleep Revolution During Presidents Day WeekendPresidents Day has become synonymous with incredible deals on mattresses, and this year is no exception. The eachnight.com team, comprising experts from diverse fields such as sleep medicine, orthopedics, and nutrition, has meticulously selected deals that embody eachnight.com's commitment to improving sleep quality.eachnight.com…

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17 Feb

U.S. Department of Transportation Announces $31.4 Million Loan to Upgrade Critical Rail Lines in California

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New and Improved Rail Infrastructure Will Enhance Safety and Supply Chain for the Region  WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today announced that its Build America Bureau (Bureau) provided a $31.4 million Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing (RRIF) loan to the Sierra Northern Railway (SNR) and Mendocino Railway (MRY) to expand and rehabilitate rail infrastructure in the Central Valley and Mendocino County, California. By providing RRIF and Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) loans, the Bureau helps communities expedite infrastructure projects and reduce project costs.  “USDOT is pleased to support this important project in California that will increase…

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16 Feb

The Travel Goods Show 2024: Uniting Industry Leaders, Creators, Innovators

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LAS VEGAS, February 16, 2024 (Newswire.com) - The excitement is building as the Travel Goods Show 2024 gears up for its much-anticipated return March 13th-15th in Las Vegas, NV. As the premier event in the travel goods industry, the Show is a platform for innovation, collaboration, and inspiration taking place at the Expo at World Market Place. Featuring industry giants Eagle Creek, Briggs & Riley, and Osprey, the Show will unveil the latest travel goods innovations and foster connections between manufacturers, retailers, and content creators. Attendees will explore products and forge partnerships that will supercharge their business.This year the Show introduces…

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