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What Airline Passengers Need to Know About DOT’s Automatic Refund Rule
In April 2024, the U.S. Department of Transportation issued a final rule to address persistent issues reported by airline passengers who were trying to obtain refunds they were owed.DOT Advisory Committee on Human Trafficking - 2024 Report
DOT Advisory Committee on Human Trafficking Public Meeting Minutes - September 6, 2024
DOT Advisory Committee on Human Trafficking Public Meeting Minutes - August 14, 2024
Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Airline Passenger Rights (PDF Version)
The Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) seeks public comment on how to best ensure consumers experiencing significant flight disruptions are taken care of and protected from financial loss. Specifically, it solicits comment on requiring airlines to pay passengers cash compensation,...
UTC Static Map
The most recent University Transportation Center (UTC) grants were awarded to 35 universities in the United States. Each UTC will conduct transportation research from FY 2022 to FY 2026 along with their consortium members. There are five National UTCs, 10 Regional UTCs, and 20 Tier 1...
Indicators of Human Trafficking
Human trafficking victims are often overlooked because people do not recognize the indicators of human trafficking. When travelers and transportation employees know what to look for, they can serve as a community's eyes and ears. Recognizing indicators of human trafficking is the first step in...How to Report Suspected Human Trafficking
If you see (or suspect) any indicators of human trafficking, assess the situation. Do not attempt to confront a suspected trafficker or engage with a victim. Instead, please contact local law enforcement directly. You can report a tip in multiple ways: by contacting 911, the National Human...AGENDA: 2nd Annual Small Business Summit: Accelerating Veteran Small Business Success at USDOT
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