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Safetyby 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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Alternative Fuelsby Amanda HuggettJuly 30, 2025

How to Claim the $40,000 Tax Credit for Your Electric School Bus

Heard of the 45W or 30C tax credits? If not, we got you! Here’s a summary of who is eligible to claim it and the timelines to apply for electric school bus funding. Hurry, though, because timelines have moved up!

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Managementby StaffJuly 29, 2025

Your VIP Invite to SBFX in Arizona: Three Spots Remain!

Looking to lead better and learn about the latest industry tech and trends? Seats are almost full for SBFX 2025; apply now for a custom-curated experience for school bus professionals, completely free for district and contractor admins!

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Alternative Fuelsby StaffJuly 28, 2025

Georgia Power Plan Brings V2X Charging to School Buses

Funding approved by the Georgia Public Service Commission supports a new pilot program to equip 10 school districts with electric bus charging infrastructure.

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Safetyby News/Media ReleaseJuly 28, 2025

S.T.A.R.T. Launches Back-to-School Active Threat Training

The program empowers school bus drivers and transportation staff to identify, prevent, and respond to active threats before they escalate.

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Managementby 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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Managementby 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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Managementby News/Media ReleaseJuly 24, 2025

Zum Appoints New CFO

As the student transportation company expands nationwide, it welcomes Daniel Berenbaum to provide financial leadership and JoAnn Covington as general counsel.

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Black and white image of the back of a school bus in a city with text reading "New York Adds Funding for Zero-Emission Buses".

New York Announces Additional $200M in Funding for Electric School Bus Adoption

The state's school bus incentive program makes clean buses and charging infrastructure more affordable for public schools.

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Ronna Weber speaks at the annual NSTA conference.
Safetyby StaffJuly 22, 2025

2025 NASDPTS Survey Reports Illegal Passing Stats

Just under 40 million school bus passing violations were reported this school year. Despite a slight drop for the first time, the 13th annual survey shows that danger persists.

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