Senate questioning focuses on STB independence, merger review and partisan email Richard Kloster and Michelle Schultz, nominees to the Surface Transportation Board, told the Senate Commerce Committee they would apply the law impartially on major rail matters including a prospective Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger. Senators pressed nominees about an agency email that blamed Democrats for the shutdown and raised Hatch Act,​

Nominees to the Surface Transportation Board face tough questions about political independence while navigating a potential game-changing merger in the freight rail industry.

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Senator Markey questions NHTSA's role in advancing autonomous vehicle safety regulations Senator Markey emphasizes the need for NHTSA leadership in autonomous vehicle technology regulation.

Senator Markey confronts the looming tax on drivers while calling for NHTSA to prioritize safety innovations over industry interests in the future of transportation.

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Senate panel questions Secretary Duffy on FAA staffing and air traffic modernization plans Senators challenge Secretary Duffy over FAA employee layoffs and air traffic control safety.

Senators grilled Secretary Duffy on FAA staffing cuts and questioned whether air travel safety is at risk amidst ongoing modernization efforts.

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NTSB chair advocates for $156M budget to enhance safety and staffing NTSB chair calls for increased funding to improve workforce training and performance.

The NTSB is fighting for a $156 million budget to enhance safety and staffing, emphasizing that investing in transportation safety means saving lives.

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