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Newsby Staff and News ReportsAugust 4, 2025

EPA Proposes to Repeal All GHG Emissions Standards

The federal agency has issued a proposal to repeal all greenhouse gas emission standards on light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles and engines to restore consumer choice and save on regulatory costs.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJuly 30, 2025

No More Speed Limiters? NHTSA & FMCSA Withdraw 2016 Proposal

The federal agencies have dropped plans to require speed limiters on heavy vehicles due to ongoing concerns about safety, policy, and lack of clear data.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJuly 25, 2025

National School Transportation Association Presents 2025 Award Winners

Twenty individuals and private contractor organizations were recognized for excellence in student transportation at NSTA's annual meeting.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJuly 25, 2025

Zum Receives New California Contract, National Recognition

The Fast Company-honoree and transportation provider will soon start service for Fresno Unified's 100-plus schools.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJuly 7, 2025

Smart Radar System Enhances School Bus Safety at Florida District

New radar technology detects pedestrians near the bus and passengers inside to improve school bus safety by reducing the risk of collisions and increasing blind spot detection. One Florida district piloted the tech on its buses.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 30, 2025

NSTA Announces 2025 School Bus Driver International Safety Competition Winners

The 51st edition of the driver skills competition returned to Austin, Texas, this June. Find out which of the 53 drivers took home top honors for their districts and contractor employers.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 12, 2025

Collaborative Student Transportation Announces New President

Sara Houle, previously COO of the alternative transportation provider, steps up as the company's new president.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 11, 2025

No Train, No Stop? FMCSA Considers Rule Change for School Buses

The federal agency's new proposed rulemaking would eliminate the requirement for school buses to come to a complete stop at railroad crossings if the warning device is not activated. The goal: to improve traffic flow and save costs.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 6, 2025

Oregon Association Celebrates Safety Competition Winners

School bus drivers across the Beaver State gathered in Salem for the 2025 annual safety competition. Here's who placed in the top.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 5, 2025

Maryland Town Leverages Police for Increased School Bus Safety

A NHTSA high-visibility enforcement program grant is part of a pilot project to crack down on illegal passing.

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