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NSTA Advocacy in Action

The National School Transportation Association offers inside news and commentary to School Bus Fleet's readers in this exclusive column.

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NSTA Advocacy in Actionby Patrick Dean, NSTA PresidentSeptember 18, 2025

From Steel to Semiconductors: How Tariff Policy May Impact School Transportation

Tariffs may feel far from the yellow bus, but they affect costs, supply chains, and technology in student transportation. Here’s what you need to know.

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NSTA Advocacy in Actionby Patrick Dean, NSTA PresidentAugust 22, 2025

Building the Future of Student Transportation: Highlights from NSTA’s 2025 Annual Meeting and Convention

From drivers to contractor-member companies, NSTA’s 2025 Annual Meeting in Boston celebrated school bus excellence while spotlighting trends shaping student transportation.

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NSTA Advocacy in Actionby Dan Kobussen, NTSA PresidentJuly 25, 2025

Inside the Process: School Bus Safety Subcommittee's Review of FMCSA Proposals

New FMCSA proposals could reshape school bus operations. Here’s how the national contractor’s association is responding to possible changes on railroad crossings and inspection and medical reports.

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NSTA Advocacy in Actionby Dan Kobussen, NTSA PresidentMay 29, 2025

Annual NSTA Bus-In Produces Two Bill Introductions

Association members hit the Hill in force — 65 people, 153 meetings, two bills, and a shared mission to advance student transportation safety.

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NSTA Advocacy in Actionby Dan Kobussen, NTSA PresidentApril 3, 2025

NSTA Alarmed by NHTSA Illegal Passing Study Results

Illegal school bus passing remains a dangerous issue. A national survey reveals the reasons, sparking renewed efforts for a public awareness campaign.

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NSTA Advocacy in Actionby Dan Kobussen, NTSA PresidentFebruary 28, 2025

NSTA Plans Capitol Hill Bus-In Amid Trump’s “Change Election”

From executive orders to new leadership at federal agencies, policy shifts are already underway in the nation’s capital. Here’s NSTA’s take on the activity — and what the association is doing and watching in Washington.

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