Tech Policy & Regulation
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Congressional Proposal Would Charge Electric Vehicle Owners $130 Annual Road Fee
A bipartisan bill in Congress would require EV and plug-in hybrid owners to pay $130 each year for road maintenance, targeting lost gas tax revenue.
Iran Threatens Fees on Big Tech Subsea Cables in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's military says it will charge US tech companies for undersea cables in the Strait of Hormuz, threatening global internet infrastructure.
FBI seeks real-time access to nationwide license plate camera network
The FBI issued a request for proposals for nationwide license plate reader data in near real time. The contract would cover 75% of US locations and enable tracking of vehicles.
NASA Mars Orbiter Bid Sparks Political Fight Over Fair Competition
NASA's $700 million Mars orbiter contract solicitation raises questions about open competition as senators weigh in on the future of Mars exploration and sample return.
Congress Proposes $130 Annual Fee for Electric Vehicle Owners
Congress proposes $130 annual fee for EV owners in bipartisan transportation bill. Fee rises to $150 by 2029. Plug-in hybrids pay $35 yearly.
Data centers are making Phoenix even hotter by up to 4 degrees
New research shows air-cooled data centers in Arizona create thermal plumes that raise local temperatures by up to 4°F, worsening heat waves and public health risks.