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DOT Update: Drone Regs, LNG Project, Airline Penalties, and Transportation Data

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 # MOVING AMERICA FORWARD: YOUR WEEKLY DOT UPDATE

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Welcome to "Moving America Forward," your go-to podcast for transportation news. I'm your host, bringing you the latest from the Department of Transportation. Let's dive into this week's headlines.

The big news this week comes straight from Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy, who just announced progress on key drone regulations as part of his innovation agenda. Just two days ago, on May 21st, Duffy submitted two proposed rules to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, signaling a major step forward in the administration's drone policy framework.

This follows another significant announcement earlier this week when Secretary Duffy, alongside Senator Kennedy, revealed a new LNG project on May 19th. The initiative falls under the administration's "America Is Building Again" campaign, focusing on expanding domestic energy infrastructure.

In regulatory news, the DOT has taken strong enforcement action against airlines for unrealistic scheduling practices. The department filed a lawsuit against Southwest Airlines for chronically delayed flights that disrupted thousands of passengers' travel plans. Similarly, Frontier Airlines was hit with a $650,000 fine for similar violations. Under DOT rules, a flight is considered chronically delayed if operated at least 10 times monthly and arrives more than 30 minutes late over half the time.

For commercial trucking companies, 2025 has brought important compliance changes. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is enhancing data collection through electronic logging devices and considering updates to Hours of Service regulations to provide more flexibility for drivers in specific situations.

Perhaps most impactful for everyday travelers, the DOT has implemented new regulations requiring airlines to automatically issue refunds for canceled or significantly delayed flights—no request necessary. This consumer protection measure establishes specific timelines for processing refunds based on payment method.

Looking ahead, the Bureau of Transportation Statistics will release its National Transportation Statistics update on May 30th. This comprehensive data collection will provide valuable insights into America's transportation infrastructure and usage patterns.

For more information on any of these developments, visit transportation.gov. If you're affected by airline delays or cancellations, remember you now have strengthened consumer protections on your side.

That's all for this week's update. I'm your host, signing off until next time.

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