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NSTA Advocacy in Actionby Patrick Dean, NSTA PresidentOctober 29, 2025

Senate Introduction of Brake for Kids Act Marks School Bus Safety Milestone

The legislation seeks to launch a national awareness campaign reminding motorists to stop for school buses. With millions of violations each year, it’s time to make school bus safety a national priority.

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Back on the Busby Amanda HuggettOctober 22, 2025

The Hidden Risks on the Road

Even the best school bus drivers can’t prevent every danger. As technology races and tempers rise behind the wheel, transportation pros face new challenges beyond the driver’s control.

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Back on the Busby Amanda HuggettOctober 7, 2025

40 Things I Learned in My First Year as SBF Editor

Twelve months, almost 100 interviews and articles later, and countless lessons learned. Here are 40 key takeaways SBF’s editor learned about school buses, safety, and the people who keep students moving.

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Back on the Busby Amanda HuggettSeptember 24, 2025

Honoring Everyday Heroes Behind the Wheel

Before launching SBF's new Driver Hero Award, we knew that school bus drivers deserved more praise and recognition for the jobs they do every day. Little did we know how deeply the nominees' stories would touch our hearts.

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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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Back on the Busby Amanda HuggettAugust 5, 2025

The Power of Industry Associations

School bus pros: Don’t overlook your association benefits. See how national, state, and local groups help advocate, connect, and equip you to succeed. Plus, why they’re essential to doing business today.

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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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Back on the Busby Amanda HuggettMay 22, 2025

Helping Others through Natural Disaster

School buses are used for more than student transportation. In the face of natural disaster, they can represent hope and recovery. In this blog, SBF’s editor recalls living through Midwestern events and shares the story behind our special guide to help others weather the storm.

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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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Back on the Busby Amanda HuggettMarch 27, 2025

Lessons Learned in Leadership… So Far

What makes a great leader? Here are a few of the takeaways I’ve learned so far, with some inspiration from SBF’s 2025 award winners.

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