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Registration Opens for 2023 NSTA Capitol Hill Bus-In
The National School Transportation Association considers this annual pilgrimage to Washington, D.C., as critical element of its federal advocacy efforts. It's planned for April 26-27.

The annual NSTA event gives association members the opportunity to speak with political leaders in the nation's capital.
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The National School Transportation (NSTA) has opened registration for the 2023 installment of the Capitol Hill Bus-In, scheduled for April 26-27.
During previous events, Prime Policy Group has arranged more than 250 individual meetings, giving NSTA members opportunities to speak with elected representatives about issues that directly affect contractor fleet daily operations.
Participants are encouraged to complete their congressional pairings form by March 31.
Lodging is available at the Embassy Suites by Hilton - Washington Convention Center in the Penn Quarter neighborhood of Washington, D.C. NSTA has secured a block of two-room suites for a discounted rate of $339 per night. The organization urges registrants to book their rooms by March 31.
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