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Ronna Weber speaks at the annual NSTA conference.
Newsby 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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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 30, 2025

NSTA Announces 2025 School Bus Driver International Safety Competition Winners

The 51st edition of the driver skills competition returned to Austin, Texas, this June. Find out which of the 53 drivers took home top honors for their districts and contractor employers.

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NSTA Advocacy in ActionMay 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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Newsby News/Media ReleaseApril 10, 2025

National School Transportation Association Celebrates Driving Forward Act in House & Senate

The Driving Forward Act would make the under-the-hood testing exemption permanent for school bus driver CDL applicants. Originally introduced in the House, a Senate version is now sponsored and up for consideration.

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NSTA Advocacy in ActionApril 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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Sponsoredby Amanda HuggettMarch 17, 2025

What’s Going on in Washington? A Check-In with NSTA [VIDEO]

Break down recent news and important federal initiatives and legislation to protect student safety in this episode of The Route. SBF’s editor is joined by NSTA’s Curt Macysyn to discuss outcomes of recent events and new priorities. Plus, a school bus driver hero spotlight! The Route is sponsored by IC Bus — proudly manufacturing the Next Generation CE Series.

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School Bus Safety Act Returns
Newsby Staff and News ReportsMarch 11, 2025

School Bus Safety Act Tries Again

Congressman Cohen and Tammy Duckworth reintroduce the school bus safety act that has been in and out of consideration since 2018.

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NSTA Advocacy in ActionFebruary 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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NSTA Advocacy in ActionJanuary 21, 2025

NSTA Advocacy Team Gears Up for Change in Presidential Administration and 119th U.S. Congress

As the country gears up for a new administration, NSTA reflects on the historical context of Trump’s second inauguration and the significance of the 20th Amendment in presidential transitions.

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NSTA Advocacy in ActionDecember 19, 2024

NSTA Secures Victory in FMCSA Renewal of “Under-the-Hood” Exemption

Learn how the FMCSA’s renewed CDL testing exemption drives solutions for the school bus driver shortage. Explore state adoption needs and NSTA’s ongoing advocacy efforts in this month’s column from association president Dan Kobussen.

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