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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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Newsby News/Media ReleaseDecember 6, 2024

FMCSA Grants "Under the Hood" Exemption Waiver (Again)

The NSTA applauded the FMCSA decision that grants another two-year extension to the school bus exemption for "under the hood" CDL testing.

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NSTA Advocacy in ActionOctober 30, 2024

Latest Round of Clean School Bus Program Rebates Are Open, but the Devil is in the Details for Operators

Explore funding opportunities under the EPA's Clean School Bus Program, this time offering up to $965 million in rebates to help districts transition older diesel models. Plus, how the NSTA can help navigate this complex program.

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NSTA Advocacy in ActionSeptember 27, 2024

Intense Focus on Curbing Illegal School Bus Passings Urgently Needed in Next Congress [NSTA Advocacy in Action]

With a lack of legislative action overshadowed by election turmoil, the NSTA advocates for intensified focus on the rising safety concern of stop-arm infractions, bolstered by recent survey data showing a troubling uptick in violations.

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NSTA Advocacy in ActionAugust 20, 2024

Return of the Safety Competition Sparks Excitement in School Bus Driver Ranks [NSTA Advocacy in Action]

After years of pandemic setbacks, the 50th School Bus Driver Safety Competition returned to Austin, showcasing top drivers and a new permanent site.

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The Route Episode 83: August 2024
Sponsoredby StaffAugust 15, 2024

School Bus Seat Shake-Up & EV Boost

Check out the recent news headlines in school transportation, including wrongful death lawsuits, EV school bus manufacturing grants, NHTSA's proposal for stronger seating standards, and more. This episode is sponsored by Thomas Built Buses, a leader in pupil transportation.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 1, 2024

National School Transportation Association Presents 2024 Industry Award Winners

The National School Transportation Association recognized excellence in the private school transportation industry. Honorees represent all facets of private school transportation operations.

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Newsby StaffJuly 2, 2024

NSTA's School Bus Driver International Safety Competition Returns

School bus drivers from across the country showed their skills at the 50th edition of the School Bus Driver International Safety Competition in Texas. See who took home top honors.

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Wes Platt
School Bus Fleet Blogby Wes PlattJune 28, 2024

Trip Sheet: Farewell, Faithful Readers – Keep on Rolling

Executive Editor Wes Platt offers parting thoughts as he parks the School Bus Fleet bus to focus on ultra-local community journalism, making way for someone else to take the wheel as the pupil transportation industry continues to evolve.

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Newsby Wes PlattJune 21, 2024

David Roenigk Dies in Tragic Accident

Roenigk, 62, was part owner of school transportation contractor W.L. Roenigk in Pennsylvania.

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