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Transportation Content
Annual Review: Stories of Transportation...
Innovation in transportation isn’t just about moving people and goods—it’s about building a safer, more efficient, and resilient future. The U.S. DOT Volpe Center has spent over five decades pioneering…
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Security Requirements and Considerations for...
The Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration is responsible for the safe and secure transportation of hazardous materials (hazmat). Millions of tons of hazmat are safely transported…
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Pocket Guide to Transportation 2025
Curious about how transportation shapes our daily lives and the environment? The Pocket Guide to Transportation 2025 is packed with key statistics on everything from highway travel to greenhouse gas…
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Transportation Statistics Annual Report 2024
The Transportation Statistics Annual Report 2024 provides a detailed look at the state of the U.S. transportation system, highlighting key trends in infrastructure, safety, and sustainability. This 30th-anniversary edition explores…
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Commercial Space Transportation: FAA’s Oversight...
The number of commercial launch and reentry operations carrying humans is a small proportion of the overall number of commercial space operations—about 10 percent in 2023—but it is growing. This…
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2024 Emergency Response Guidebook
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has just released the 2024 edition of its Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG), a vital resource for emergency responders…
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Consumer Safety Tips for Lithium-Ion...
Did you know the lithium-ion batteries powering e-bikes and scooters are considered hazardous materials? These batteries store a lot of energy and, if not properly maintained, can pose fire risks…
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2024 Progress Report on the National Roadway...
At the U.S. Department of Transportation, safety is their top priority. Yet, in recent years, we have seen alarming increases in roadway deaths. After spiking during the pandemic, these numbers…
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Transportation Security & Explosives...
The Facial Hue Detection System (FHDS) brings innovation to biometric technology, ensuring accurate and fair representation of skin tones across diverse populations. By calibrating imaging systems using precise skin tone…
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The Cost of the Coast Guard’s Polar Security Cutter
The Homeland Security Act of 2002 created the Department of Homeland Security and transferred the Coast Guard from the Department of Transportation to the new department. The law listed 11…
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Biometric Identity Disambiguation
The Biometric Identity Disambiguation (BID) system, developed by the Department of Homeland Security’s Science and Technology Directorate and TSA, revolutionizes identity verification at security checkpoints. By combining biometric data like…
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Real-Time Advanced Imaging Technology
Navigating airport security could soon feel seamless with the introduction of Real-Time Advanced Imaging Technology. Instead of the traditional pause-and-pose screening, this next-generation system enables walk-by scanning, reducing wait times…
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Waterway Risk Assessment
The Waterway Risk Assessment initiative, led by DHS Science & Technology and the U.S. Coast Guard, is revolutionizing maritime safety with a quantitative risk modeling framework. This innovative system calculates…
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Project Labor Agreements: Best Practices for Both...
Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) are a powerful tool to drive construction project success while promoting equity and inclusion. By establishing clear workforce goals—like prioritizing hiring women, veterans, and individuals from…
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2024 Health Care Benefits Overview
This booklet is a valuable resource tailored for Veterans, their families, and caregivers to navigate the VA health care system. It covers essential topics like eligibility, health benefits, and potential…
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