Transport

The D.C. Circuit's recent decision in a Buy America waiver challenge establishes new precedent for how federal agencies evaluate domestic availability in infrastructure projects. The ruling addresses whether manufacturers' future production capabilities should factor into waiver decisions and clarifies the standing requirements for suppliers challenging such waivers. This case provides critical guidance for companies navigating federal procurement requirements in transportation and infrastructure projects.

Most eminent domain lawyers tend to develop their practices on one side of the aisle. Some primarily represent public agencies and utilities acquiring property. Others primarily represent property owners and businesses facing condemnation.

As students return to classrooms across New Jersey, drivers face increased traffic congestion and heightened accident risks around schools and bus stops. Understanding state traffic laws regarding school bus stops, school zone speed limits, and pedestrian safety becomes critical during this busy season. This comprehensive guide explains the legal requirements and safety measures every motorist should follow to protect children and navigate back-to-school traffic responsibly.

California law treats aircraft as taxable tangible personal property subject to annual appraisal and local property taxation. With counties like Los Angeles increasing enforcement efforts, aircraft owners face significant compliance obligations, potential penalties, and a complex valuation process. Understanding the state's filing requirements, exemptions, and critical deadlines is essential for anyone who owns or operates aircraft regularly based in California.

The U.S. Department of Transportation has launched the Mobile Network Aviation Assessment Program to evaluate whether commercial cellular networks can support safe separation of manned and unmanned aircraft in shared airspace. This initiative addresses the urgent need for reliable communications and navigation capabilities as drone operations rapidly expand into traditional aviation corridors, with testing authorized through 2029 to inform future regulatory decisions.

On September 8, 2026, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced a significant sanctions action targeting Iran’s aviation sector as part of Operation Economic...

Let’s just start by saying kudos to the author for not using the painfully obvious title of “Let’s Get Things Strait Regarding Global Trade and Their Overall Value in Flows.” In the bigger picture, there are about 200 straits worldwide, but only 18–20 of them actually matter for global trade, and 9 are considered truly critical choke points.

Industry leaders discuss the critical relationship between shipyard capacity and market demand, examining how recent Jones Act waivers have created uncertainty in vessel construction investment. The conversation reveals how policy decisions ripple through the maritime supply chain, affecting workforce development and national security interests.

The Trump administration has released a comprehensive 165-page legislative proposal aimed at revitalizing America's maritime industry through new funding mechanisms, tax incentives, and cargo-preference requirements.