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US Transportation Secretary LaHood issues “Blueprint for Ending Distracted Driving”; $2.4M for California, Delaware pilot projects

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US Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood released a “Blueprint for Ending Distracted Driving” that offers a strategy to address the growing and dangerous practice of driver’s use of handheld cell phones behind the wheel. —US Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood. While unveiling the plan, Secretary LaHood also announced $2.4

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EPA announces availability of $26M for projects to reduce diesel emissions from existing fleet

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Eligible applicants include regional, state, local or tribal agencies, or port authorities with jurisdiction over transportation or air quality. California Air Resources Board (CARB)-verified retrofit technologies or certified engine configurations. Virgin Islands): EPA is requesting proposals between $500,000 and $1,800,000.

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