Committee on Transportation

Genasys Announces Expansion of Its Board of Directors

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Dienstag, Mai 14, 2024
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SAN DIEGO, May 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genasys Inc. (NASDAQ: GNSS), the global leader in protective communications , today announced that both Bill Dodd, and Craig Fugate have been nominated to and have accepted positions on Genasys' Board of Directors.

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  • SAN DIEGO, May 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genasys Inc. (NASDAQ: GNSS), the global leader in protective communications , today announced that both Bill Dodd, and Craig Fugate have been nominated to and have accepted positions on Genasys' Board of Directors.
  • The addition of Mr. Dodd and Mr. Fugate bolsters Genasys' leadership team with unique expertise in emergency management and public sector procurement processes.
  • Genasys' solutions have been instrumental in improving communication, preparedness, and community safety with my constituents."
  • "The addition of Bill and Craig to our Board of Directors will have a near immediate impact on our business," said Richard Danforth, Chief Executive Officer for Genasys.

NJASAP applauds Senate, Congressional leadership's agreement on bipartisan FAA Reauthorization measure

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Dienstag, April 30, 2024
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COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The NetJets Association of Shared Aircraft Pilots (NJASAP) joins its aviation labor peers across the industry in congratulating Congressional and Senate leadership on reaching an agreement on a bipartisan Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization measure. The legislation represents a consequential bicameral commitment to reinforcing the FAA by substantively addressing aviation safety, security and workforce development as well as modernizing the National Airspace System (NAS) among other much-needed advancements. An independent labor advocate, NJASAP represents the interests of the 3,300-plus pilots who fly in the service of NetJets Aviation, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company.

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  • COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The NetJets Association of Shared Aircraft Pilots (NJASAP) joins its aviation labor peers across the industry in congratulating Congressional and Senate leadership on reaching an agreement on a bipartisan Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization measure.
  • An independent labor advocate, NJASAP represents the interests of the 3,300-plus pilots who fly in the service of NetJets Aviation, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company.
  • "NJASAP is exceedingly pleased with the number of substantial, aviation-worker-focused enhancements featured in the bill," NJASAP President Capt.
  • Tammy Duckworth, D-IL, and Jerry Moran, R-KS, as well as Reps. Garret Graves, R-LA and Steve Cohen, D-TN, for their work on this important measure.

SWAPA Welcomes Bipartisan Agreement on Five-Year FAA Authorization Bill

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Montag, April 29, 2024
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DALLAS, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Southwest Airlines Pilots Association (SWAPA) welcomes the bipartisan agreement on a five-year Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) authorization bill.

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  • DALLAS, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Southwest Airlines Pilots Association (SWAPA) welcomes the bipartisan agreement on a five-year Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) authorization bill.
  • "We urge Congress to act with urgency on the bill, so we can move forward on the priorities and programs identified in the legislation."
  • Improve FAA aeromedical policies and procedures related to pilot mental health and other matters.
  • The House passed its FAA reauthorization bill (H.R.3935) on July 20, 2023.

INDIANA TEAMSTERS TESTIFY AT AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE HEARING, CALL ON LAWMAKERS TO TAKE ACTION

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Montag, Februar 5, 2024
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INDIANAPOLIS, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters recently testified in the Indiana General Assembly's Roads and Transportation Committee in favor of House Bill 1022, legislation requiring human operators in driverless trucks. HB 1022 and its companion bill in the upper chamber, Senate Bill 57, will protect middle-class jobs and motorist safety throughout the state.

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  • "HB 1022 is critical legislation that has the support of Teamsters, law enforcement, firefighters, paramedics, other public safety professionals, and the general public," said Harvey Jackson, Secretary-Treasurer of Teamsters Local 142.
  • "Polling shows voters from both parties are uncomfortable sharing the road with autonomous vehicles and driverless trucks.
  • It would have a ripple effect throughout the economy, negatively affecting the finances of both private and public sector entities in Indiana."
  • Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.3 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico.

Donate Life Specialty Plate Inspires Wyomingites to Save & Heal Lives

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Mittwoch, Januar 24, 2024
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Donor Alliance’s mission is to save and heal lives through organ and tissue donation and transplantation in most of Wyoming and Colorado.

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  • Donor Alliance’s mission is to save and heal lives through organ and tissue donation and transplantation in most of Wyoming and Colorado.
  • “Each Wyomingite who installs the Donate Life Wyoming license plate on their vehicle is literally saving and healing lives,” said Jennifer Prinz, President and CEO of Donor Alliance.
  • My hope is with this increased awareness, we can hopefully save many lives for those who are desperately waiting for transplants.”
    One person can save up to eight lives through organ donation and save and heal up to 75 lives through tissue donation.
  • For those interested in supporting the mission of inspiring and educating Wyomingites about the power of donation, you can order a Donate Life specialty plate on WYDOT’s website .

INDIANA TEAMSTERS COMMEND STATE SENATOR TOMES FOR INTRODUCING AV LEGISLATION

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Donnerstag, Januar 18, 2024
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INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters today commended Indiana State Senator Jim Tomes (R-Wadesville) for introducing legislation, Senate Bill 57 (SB 57), that would require a trained human operator to be physically present in any commercial vehicle transporting passengers or delivering goods on Indiana roads. SB 57 already has significant bipartisan support in the state Senate, with backing from Sen. Vaneta Becker (R), Sen. Mike Bohacek (R), Sen. Gary Byrne (R), Sen. Shelli Yoder (D), and Sen Mark Messmer (R), as support for AV safety measures continues to grow across the state.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters today commended Indiana State Senator Jim Tomes (R-Wadesville) for introducing legislation, Senate Bill 57 (SB 57), that would require a trained human operator to be physically present in any commercial vehicle transporting passengers or delivering goods on Indiana roads.
  • "The Teamsters applaud Senator Tomes for introducing legislation that will help keep Indiana roads safe," said Chuck Whobrey, President of Teamsters Local 215 and Vice President of Teamsters Joint Council 94.
  • SB 57 will save lives and protect livelihoods, and the Teamsters urge the Transportation Committee to consider this commonsense legislation promptly."
  • We are grateful to Senator Tomes for proposing this commonsense measure that will keep human beings behind the wheel in Indiana."

Cargo Airline Association Names Brianna Manzelli as Managing Director for Legislative Policy

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Dienstag, Januar 2, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Cargo Airline Association (CAA), the leading advocacy organization for the air cargo industry, today named Brianna Manzelli as Managing Director for Legislative Policy. Manzelli joins CAA from Senator Mitt Romney's (R-Utah) office where she served as Senior Advisor and Communications Director, advising on major policy initiatives including the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Brianna brings 10 years of experience working in Congress and the Administration on key aviation initiatives.

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  • The Cargo Airline Association (CAA), the leading advocacy organization for the air cargo industry, today named Brianna Manzelli as Managing Director for Legislative Policy.
  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Cargo Airline Association (CAA) , the leading advocacy organization for the air cargo industry, today named Brianna Manzelli as Managing Director for Legislative Policy.
  • Manzelli joins CAA from Senator Mitt Romney's (R-Utah) office where she served as Senior Advisor and Communications Director, advising on major policy initiatives including the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
  • Brianna brings 10 years of experience working in Congress and the Administration on key aviation initiatives.

The FCC’s Digital Discrimination Order Will Harm Deployment

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Mittwoch, November 15, 2023
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But with the adoption of the Digital Discrimination Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (GN Docket No.

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  • But with the adoption of the Digital Discrimination Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (GN Docket No.
  • 22-69) even if there is no evidence of intent to discriminate, which is the standard for such liability, fault can still be found.
  • As currently written, the Digital Discrimination Report and Order is problematic and will do more to harm consumers than help them, particularly for those still living on the wrong side of the digital divide.
  • Citizens Against Government Waste is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating waste, fraud, abuse, and mismanagement in government.

2024 "Roadmap to Safety" Report Card to Rate 50 States & DC on Essential Traffic Safety Laws to Curb Historically High Roadway Deaths

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Donnerstag, November 30, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- 2024 "Roadmap to Safety" will identify "best and worst" states and provide a comprehensive "how-to" guide for state and federal action to prevent traffic crashes, deaths and injuries.

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  • This comprehensive report will rate each state and DC on their progress in enacting 16 crucial traffic safety laws.
  • Every day 118 people are killed and over 6,800 others are injured in traffic crashes," said Cathy Chase, President of Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety.
  • NEWS CONFERENCE – Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety will release the 2024 Roadmap to Safety rating the 50 states and DC on passage of 16 proven effective traffic safety laws and available countermeasures to reduce crashes, injuries and deaths.
  • Rate each state and DC as Green, Yellow or Red based on their progress toward enacting the 16 optimal traffic safety laws.

Nautilus Solar Energy and TurningPoint Energy Announce Partnership on a 28.7 MWdc Community Solar Portfolio in Delaware

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Donnerstag, August 3, 2023
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Nautilus Solar Energy, LLC (“Nautilus”) and TurningPoint Energy (“TPE”) announce their collaboration on six community solar projects in Delaware totaling 28.7 MWdc of solar capacity.

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  • Nautilus Solar Energy, LLC (“Nautilus”) and TurningPoint Energy (“TPE”) announce their collaboration on six community solar projects in Delaware totaling 28.7 MWdc of solar capacity.
  • The acquisition of the portfolio marks Nautilus's entry into the Delaware market and is the third transaction between Nautilus and TPE, demonstrating the strong partnership between the two organizations.
  • “This is TurningPoint Energy’s first demonstration of coming through on our overall commitment to invest over $100MM in the Delaware community solar market.
  • Once completed, the community solar projects will provide clean energy to more than 5,000 residential and small commercial subscribers within DPL’s utility territory.