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Newsby Wes PlattApril 13, 2022

First Student, Washington Utilities Commission Staff Reach Settlement

First Student admits to 396 safety violations and agrees to a penalty of $188,000 under the agreement. However, the settlement still awaits review by an administrative law judge.

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NewsMarch 31, 2022

Zum Introduces Safety Program for Drivers

The program's enhanced training curriculum is meant to improve driver safety and performance, provide specialized training for transportation professionals, and implement new vehicle safety technology.

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Newsby Christy GrimesMarch 28, 2022

SBF Legislative Roundup: March 28, 2022

In this collection of recent news about laws and regulations related to pupil transportation: - Colorado school bus safety bill named in memory of girl - Oklahoma bill would incentivize parent drop-offs - Florida law will require specialized seizure response training for some bus drivers - Maryland bills would create pilot electric school bus program

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMarch 7, 2022

Advocates Discuss School Bus Safety in North Carolina

Illegal passing was the major topic at the panel discussion that included Aaron Fleming, superintendent of Harnett County Schools.

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NewsFebruary 25, 2022

Washington School Bus Carrier Faces Massive Fines for Years of Safety Violations

State regulators found more than 600 violations by First Student over a period of two years, which persisted even after the company was warned about them.

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Newsby Wes PlattFebruary 15, 2022

SBF Legislative Roundup: Feb. 15, 2022

In this collection of recent news about laws and regulations related to pupil transportation: - Indiana illegal-passing law - New Jersey's new Office of School Bus Safety - Boosted penalties for illegal-passing in South Carolina - Virginia tables seat belt law - Off-duty school buses could deliver packages in Virginia

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Articlesby Amanda HuggettFebruary 2, 2022

Innovations & Opportunities in Special Needs Transportation

For school buses transporting individuals with disabilities, proper securement is paramount to protect students' safety. Here’s what you need to know to make sure your fleet is safe and accessible.

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NewsJanuary 21, 2022

Pennsylvania District Adds New Safety Tech to School Buses

The initiative with BusPatrol and local law enforcement is intended to curb illegal stop-arm passing in Pennsylvania's Warren County School District.

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NewsJanuary 20, 2022

New Jersey Fire Department Receives Donated Durham School Services Bus

The bus will be used for firefighter safety and rescue training in Freehold, N.J.

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Newsby Deborah LockridgeJanuary 19, 2022

New Chief Named for FMCSA

The U.S. Department of Transportation has named a new deputy administrator for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to replace the departing Meera Joshi.

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