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What's New
New bridge on agenda as Governor Snyder visits Canada The Associated Press (11/25) The planned new bridge from Detroit to Windsor, Ont., is on the agenda as Michigan Governor Rick Snyder heads to Canada next week for meetings on trade and Great Lakes regional cooperation.
Gov. Rick Snyder: We need to build new bridge to Canada Detroit Free Press (10/16) Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder urged backers of a new bridge to Canada on Monday to do more than just vote "no" on Proposal 6.
Environmental assessments begin for new St. Lawrence crossing Truck News (1/23) The federal government has launched the environmental assessment phase of construction of a new bridge over the St. Lawrence River in Montreal.
EDITORIAL: New bridge The Windsor Star (12/31) The new Windsor-Detroit bridge may still be waiting for final legislative approval in Michigan, but one thing is certain - the case for building the downriver crossing is rock solid.
Low-level Seaway bridge work to begin in May The Cornwall Standard Freeholder (2/1) Underwater work, including the construction of three new bridge piers in the north channel of the St. Lawrence River, is the first phase in the replacement of the north channel bridge project.
New rules tighten the vise The Windsor Star (2/1) The legal web growing around the Ambassador Bridge is about to get much tighter after powerful new Canadian transportation regulations were introduced over the weekend.

General Resources
American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials AASHTO is a nonprofit, nonpartisan association representing highway and transportation departments in the 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.
Federal Highway Administration U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) FHWA supports programs that assist in the preservation of the highway infrastructure that allow for an intermodal transportation system.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) NHTSA carries out safety and consumer programs.

Laws
ILLINOIS
Highways Special Provisions and Standards Illinois Department of Transportation Information on special provisions and standards for highway construction.
Oversize/Overweight Truck Permits Illinois Department of Transportation Information on oversize/overweight truck permits and fees.
INDIANA
Oversize and/or Overweight Superload Permits Indiana Department of Transportation Information for oversize/overweight truck permits and fees.
MICHIGAN
Owning a Vehicle Michigan Secretary of State Regulatory information for consumers, car dealers, car repair facilities and mechanic certification.
MINNESOTA
Driver and Vehicle Services Minnesota Department of Public Safety DVS reviews the driving privileges of drivers with alcohol offenses or medical disabilities, licenses auto dealers, gives driver license examinations, and maintains motor vehicle records.
Motor Carrier Services Minnesota Department of Transportation A guide explaining the basic requirements for carriers in Minnesota as well as application forms and training seminars.
NEW YORK
Operating Authority/License New York State Department of Transportation Provide information to prospective applicants, carriers, and consumers.
Passenger Carrier Vehicle Inspection Program New York State Department of Transportation Inspection procedures and criteria is provided.
OHIO
Office of Traffic Engineering Ohio Department of Transportation Provides traffic engineering expertise and leadership, for both permanent and temporary highway conditions, to ODOT districts and central office, other levels of government, our highway industry partners, and the highway users.
ONTARIO
Drivers, Vehicles and Licensing Ontario Ministry of Transportation License, licensing, factsheet and service information for Ontario drivers.
PENNSYLVANIA
Driver and Vehicle Services Forms Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Download all required forms in Pennsylvania for motor vehicles and drivers.
WISCONSIN
Drivers & Vehicles Wisconsin Department of Transportation Links to regulations, forms, renewal information and much more.
Vehicle Registration/Licensing Wisconsin Department of Transportation Information on registration periods, renewals and forms.

Maintenance
Minnesota Road Research Project Office of Materials and Road Research, Minnesota Department of Transportation The project supports the world's largest and most comprehensive outdoor pavement laboratory.

Maps
Illinois highway maps Illinois Department of Transportation
Indiana highway maps Indiana Department of Transportation
Michigan maps and publications Michigan Department of Transportation
Minnesota maps Minnesota Department of Transportation
Ohio highway maps Ohio Department of Transportation
Pennsylvania maps and cartography Pennsylvania Department of Transportation

State and Provincial Resources
ILLINOIS
Gary-Chicago-Milwaukee (GCM) Travel Site IDOT, INDOT, WisDOT, FHWA The GCM website provides travelers in the corridor area with information to assist them in making efficient transportation choices.
Truck Access Route Program Illinois Department of Transportation Prepares routes that provide access to points of loading and unloading and to facilities for food, fuel, truck repair and driver rest.
INDIANA
Gary-Chicago-Milwaukee (GCM) Travel Site IDOT, INDOT, WisDOT, FHWA The GCM website provides travelers in the corridor area with information to assist them in making efficient transportation choices.
Roadway Management Division Indiana Department of Transportation Collects, analyzes and reports traffic statistical data, crash data,bridge inspection data and road inventory.
MICHIGAN
Roads and Travel Michigan Department of Transportation Information on construction, traffic, detours, welcome centers and ferry schedules.
MINNESOTA
Minnesota's Superior Scenic Byways Use this site to explore four beautiful Minnesota Superior Scenic Byways on the western shores of Lake Superior. Each byway is illustrated in an easy-to-follow interactive map that offers recreational opportunities, cultural or historic sites, information centers and various attractions.
NEW YORK
Motor Carrier Information New York State Department of Transportation Provides passenger motor carrier, trucking and contact information.
PENNSYLVANIA
Driver and Vehicle Services Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Information on auto emissions and inspections, motor vehicle and driver licensing and their office locations plus new resident information for driver and vehicle services.
WISCONSIN
Drivers & Vehicles Wisconsin Department of Transportation Information on drivers licenses, vehicle titles, license plates, contacts and more.
Gary-Chicago-Milwaukee (GCM) Travel Site IDOT, INDOT, WisDOT, FHWA The GCM website provides travelers in the corridor area with information to assist them in making efficient transportation choices.

Safety
Bureau of Highway Safety and Traffic Engineering Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Mission is to provide leadership, guidance, and support for advancing effective highway safety and congestion management efforts to meet the needs of our customers and partners.
NYS Public Transportation Safety Board New York State Department of Transportation The PTSB is statutorily responsible for the safety oversight of all public transportation systems operating in New York State which receive State Transit Operating Assistance.
Road Safety Ontario Ministry of Transportation Road safety facts, topics, and publications.

Statistics
Automotive Industry Statistics Automotive Information Center, The Michigan Electronic Library Data and economic reviews of the automotive industry including U.S. Census Bureau statistics.
Highway Statistics Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Data on total mileage and daily vehicle miles of travel in Pennsylvania.

Welcome Centers
Illinois Interstate Rest Area System Illinois Department of Transportation
Minnesota Rest Area Map Minnesota Department of Transportation
Ohio Travel Information Centers Ohio Department of Transportation
Pennsylvania Welcome Centers Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
Wisconsin Rest Areas and Waysides Wisconsin Department of Transportation

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