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Newsby Wes PlattSeptember 10, 2021

New York's Morelle Seeks CDL Waiver for School Bus Drivers

U.S. Rep. Joseph Morelle (D-N.Y.) makes the request in a letter to Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.

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ArticlesAugust 9, 2021

Tailored Prep to Boost ELDT Compliance, Driver Safety

With the Entry-Level Driver Training compliance deadline approaching, two companies are working to help pupil transporters get ready to meet the requirements in time, in addition to ensuring safety is a top priority.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 17, 2021

FMCSA Extends COVID-19 CDL, Med Card Waiver

Drivers whose commercial licenses, learners' permits, or medical certification cards have expired during the pandemic got extended relief from the federal government on renewals.

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NewsFebruary 4, 2021

South Carolina District Taps School Staff to Combat Bus Driver Shortage

Six of Florence 1 Schools employees, who either already had their CDL or completed the necessary training to obtain one, step up to work as drivers for the district.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserNovember 19, 2020

FMCSA Strengthens Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, Removes Some Exemption Requirements

The agency bolsters return-to-duty and removes exemption requirements for drivers with diabetes and some types of vision impairment. Meanwhile, it introduces a medication information form and clarifies sleep apnea testing requirements.

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NewsSeptember 8, 2020

FMCSA Proposes New Under-21 Commercial Driver Pilot Program

The Federal Register notice requests comments on a new pilot program that would allow younger drivers to operate in interstate commerce.

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NewsAugust 24, 2020

FMCSA Awards Nearly $80 Million to Improve Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety

The awards represent the highest ever funding level for these critical safety grants.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserJuly 29, 2020

N.Y. Pupil Transportation Veteran Calls for More School Funding Amid COVID

Mike Martucci, who is running for the state Senate, says state funds for political campaigns should be used to help schools pay for COVID-19-related health and safety protocols and address driver shortage.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserApril 29, 2020

Proposed FMCSA Rule Aims to Close Information Gap With Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse Info

The proposed rulemaking seeks to prevent commercial vehicle drivers with substance abuse violations from being licensed by closing an information gap with real-time information from the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserApril 22, 2020

Webinar Offers Tips for Preparing to Resume Service Post-COVID

School Bus Fleet’s recent webinar, “Returning to Service Post-COVID: Are You Prepared?” is now available online.

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