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07 Nov

Secretary Buttigieg Applauds Senate Confirmation of Mike Whitaker to be the Next FAA Administrator

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023 Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg released the following statement after the U.S. Senate voted unanimously to confirm Mike Whitaker to serve as the next Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration: “I commend the U.S. Senate for quickly confirming Mike Whitaker to lead the FAA. With his three decades of aviation experience, including his time as FAA’s Deputy Administrator, Mike has earned broad bipartisan support because it’s clear he has the expertise and disposition to successfully lead the agency from day one. “Mike will take the reins at a pivotal time for the FAA. The national…

06 Nov

Air Travel Consumer Report: August 2023 Numbers

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WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today released its Air Travel Consumer Report (ATCR) on airline operational data compiled for the month of August 2023 for on-time performance, mishandled baggage, and mishandled wheelchairs and scooters. The ATCR is designed to assist consumers with information on the quality of services provided by airlines. DOT remains committed to ensuring airline passengers are treated fairly and flights operate as scheduled. For the first eight months of 2023, 1.7% of flights have been canceled, far below the 3.0% cancellation rate for the first eight months of last year and the 2.3% cancellation…

04 Nov

USDOT Opens $40 Million Grant Opportunity for Connected Vehicle Technologies That Will Help Save Lives on Our Nation’s Roadways

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Thursday, October 26, 2023 Funding to accelerate and spur new deployments of vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technologies WASHINGTON-The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) today announced that it is accepting applications under the $40 million Saving Lives with Connectivity: Accelerating V2X Deployment grant opportunity to advance connected and interoperable vehicle technologies. The initiative is focused on road safety, mobility, and efficiency through technology that enables vehicles and wireless devices to communicate with each other and with roadside infrastructure and provide warnings. V2X can contribute to the Safe System Approach adopted by the USDOT’s National Roadway Safety Strategy, a comprehensive approach…

03 Nov

Just in Time for Thanksgiving, Pizza Inn Introduces ‘The Gobbler’ Pizza

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Pizza Inn Introduces 'The Gobbler' Pizza Inn Introduces 'The Gobbler' ? a limited-time Thanksgiving-themed pizza, available through Nov 22. DALLAS, November 3, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Giving Americans another reason to count their blessings this time of year, Pizza Inn has added a unique new Thanksgiving-themed pizza, called “The Gobbler,” to its ever-popular and extensive array of buffet options. This limited-time item will be placed on all Pizza Inn buffets through Nov. 22. The new specialty pizza begins with a foundation of Pizza Inn’s fresh, house-made pizza dough that is spread with a thin layer of homestyle gravy, instead of pizza…

03 Nov

Biden-Harris Administration Announces Roadway Safety Planning Grants to over 200 Communities in 46 States and Puerto Rico

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With this investment from President Biden’s infrastructure law, communities can plan safety projects championed by local leaders and residents WASHINGTON — Today the U.S. Department of Transportation announced $82.6 million in Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grants to 235 regional, local and Tribal communities for planning and demonstration projects to improve safety and help prevent deaths and serious injuries on the nation’s roadways. These funds will help communities develop safety action plans, inform improvements along corridors with safety issues, use “quick-build” strategies to test out safety features such as separated bicycle lanes or curb extensions at intersections and…

02 Nov

Prime Jonesboro, GA, Hotel Property Set to be Auctioned by Dempsey Auction Co., Offering Promising Investment Opportunities

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Former Clarion Hotel's Five-Story, Amenity-Rich Property on 6.65 Acres Presents a Versatile Investment Opportunity Former Hotel Being Sold at Auction Building View JONESBORO, Ga., November 2, 2023 (Newswire.com) - A unique investment opportunity has emerged with the auction of a five-story, 106,357 square feet property located at 6288 Old Dixie Hwy, Jonesboro, GA, 30236, previously operating as the Clarion Hotel. This vacant property, situated on 6.65 acres, presents substantial potential for redevelopment or repurposing in line with the investor's vision and goals. Dempsey Auction of Rome, GA, is a fourth-generation auction company representing their clients throughout Georgia and the Southeastern…

02 Nov

WHILL Unveils Electric Power Chair Service at the Palm Beach Zoo

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The New Partnership Offers Accessibility and Independence for All Guests to Enjoy a Safari Experience PALM BEACH, Fla., November 2, 2023 (Newswire.com) - WHILL Inc., a leading developer and service provider of electric mobility devices, is deploying its Model C2 at the Palm Beach Zoo on November 2, to expand its accessibility program. The collaboration marks a significant step toward enhancing the guest experience and allowing people with limited mobility to see the wildlife and explore the zoo offerings. “WHILL is committed to expanding mobility services and offering reliable accessibility in public spaces,” said Kerry Renaud, chairman of WHILL North…

29 Oct

Biden-Harris Administration Sending States $61 Billion from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for America’s Roads and Bridges

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Third year of funding under President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law provides for critical transportation improvements in all 50 States, DC and Puerto Rico WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) today announced that it has allocated $61 billion in Fiscal Year 2024 apportionments for 12 formula programs to support investment in critical infrastructure, including roads, bridges and tunnels, carbon emission reduction, and safety improvements, as well as workforce development to support these investments, utilizing funding from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The funds go directly to all 50 States, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico,…

28 Oct

DOT Launches Public Awareness Campaign to Ensure Air Travelers with Disabilities Know Their Rights

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#AccessibleAirTravel celebrates 37th anniversary of the Air Carrier Access Act and builds on multiple actions the Biden-Harris administration is taking to improve air travel for Americans with disabilities WASHINGTON – In preparation for the busy holiday travel season, and in celebration of the 37th anniversary of the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA), the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today announced that it has launched a campaign, #AccessibleAirTravel, to raise awareness about the right of air travelers with disabilities to safe, dignified, and accessible air travel. An estimated 5.5 million Americans use a wheelchair, and many encounter barriers when it comes…

26 Oct

Biden-Harris Administration Announces Nearly $200 Million Available to Transit Agencies to Replace Aging Railcars and Improve Reliability and Safety

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023 WASHINGTON –The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced it will provide approximately $197 million this year to replace aging railcars improving reliability, safety, and accessibility on the nation’s rail transit systems. Older railcars used in subway, light rail, commuter rail, and other systems contribute to service delays and increased costs. Many of them are not accessible to people with disabilities, and many also lack newer features, such as digital signage and audio tools, that improve the riding experience. “Millions of Americans rely on public transit every day to get where we need to…