Transportation Law
The Transportation & Transportation Security Law Section focuses on the operation, regulation, and improvement of the nation’s transportation system. It is organized into six committees, each addressing different modes and issues related to transportation.
Scope of Interest
The section’s scope includes legislative, judicial, and administrative developments that affect:
- Air transportation
- Rail transportation
- Motor vehicles
- Water transportation
- Automobile transport
This includes both domestic operations within the United States and international movements to and from other countries.
Key Issues
- Safety and Security
- Addresses the transportation of hazardous materials
- Mitigates risks related to international terrorism and other security threats
- Public Transit Systems
- Examines the role of urban transit systems in American cities
- Multi-Modal Transportation
- Encourages integration of air, rail, road, and water systems for efficiency and sustainability
- E-Commerce Impact
- Studies how online commerce is reshaping transportation needs and logistics
- Legal Developments
- Tracks relevant legislation, case law, and regulatory updates
The section publishes these insights and updates in its newsletter, TransLaw, providing legal guidance to practitioners and businesses.