…procure those purchases – reward those companies that give living wages, have good benefits, have pensions and retirement systems, and have real worker training?” Listen to the show to find…
…competitive process that ensures our tax dollars aren’t wasted. (Or not completely wasted, anyway.) Competition among contractors spurs new inventions for better and faster service. A consistent, sometimes antagonistic, counterpoint…
…contract. The transit agencies will evaluate bidding companies’ U.S. jobs plans, and incorporate their commitments into final contracts. The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority adopted similar policies in 2012…
…in connection with the contract. The transit agencies will evaluate bidding companies’ U.S. jobs plans, and incorporate their commitments into final contracts. The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority adopted…
…oil. As a result, most response preparations are less detailed, ‘basic’ OSRPs. Under this ANPRM, PHMSA considers changing the comprehensive OSRP threshold from the existing gallon-per-package standard, to a per-train-consist…
…Rail and Transportation Workers (SMART) Transportation Division, have each filed comments in this proceeding. Recent rail accidents in the U.S. and Canada involving trains carrying crude oil have demonstrated the…
…economy, expanding the use of wireless communication services during commercial flights gives rise to unique complications and risks that can’t be ignored. We applaud the lawmakers who signed today’s letter:…
…includes hazardous materials. It is essential that we insist on the highest level of safety to protect workers, passengers, and communities that have trains pass by on a daily basis….
…comment on the agency’s notice, and we hope that our thoughts will be taken into serious consideration. Sincerely, Edward Wytkind President [1] Attached is a complete list of TTD’s 32…
…by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee: “Today’s approval by the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee of the Passenger Rail Reform and Investment Act of 2014 is welcome news and represents…