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Safetyby Nicole SchlosserJune 18, 2019

New Maine Law Allows Stop-Arm Cameras on School Buses

Gov. Janet Mills signed LD 166, which allows the use of stop-arm and exterior cameras to catch motorists who run stop arms. It also maintains a $250 minimum fine for a first-time stop-arm violation.

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Alternative Fuelsby Sadiah Thompson June 17, 2019

Vermont to Launch Two-Year Electric School Bus Pilot Program

The pilot program, which is backed by VW settlement funds, will evaluate the feasibility and cost-effectiveness of electric school bus operation in the state.

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Safetyby Nicole SchlosserJune 17, 2019

Canadian Officials Hold Off on Seat Belt Requirement

A report on transportation safety from a parliamentary committee is not recommending seat belts on school buses, but is backing a task force continuing to study the topic.

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Safetyby StaffJune 17, 2019

First Student School Bus Tracking App Use Expands

FirstView is now being used by nearly 200 school districts across North America.

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Safetyby Sadiah Thompson June 17, 2019

Illinois to Expand School Bus Service For Some Students Who Walk to School

Public Act 100-1142 allows school districts to provide free transportation to students who live within 1.5 miles of their school if, by walking, those students would have to pass through areas with serious safety hazards.

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Special Needs Transportationby StaffJune 13, 2019

Q’Straint Acquires Canadian Mobility Solutions Supplier

The acquisition will help Q'Straint and Adapt Solutions provide accessible wheelchair solutions to those with limited mobility.

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Safetyby Nicole SchlosserJune 13, 2019

Family of Girl Killed in School Bus Crash Pushes for Federal Safety Laws

The father, twin sister, and grandfather of Miranda Vargas, who was killed in a New Jersey school bus crash in 2018, meet with members of Congress to gather support for school bus safety legislation.

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Managementby StaffJune 12, 2019

RWC Becomes Official IC Bus Dealer in Washington

The move will help strengthen the dealer’s four existing locations throughout the state.

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Managementby StaffJune 12, 2019

Safe Fleet Names 2019 Winners of Anti-Bullying Grant

The fleet safety solutions supplier awards a total of $50,000 to promote anti-bullying efforts in local communities.

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Safetyby Sadiah Thompson June 12, 2019

Video: School Bus Hit By Railroad Crossing Arm, Driver Goes Over Tracks

In Washington, a motorist records a video of the bus driver driving over railroad tracks after a crossing arm hits the bus.

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