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PodcastsMarch 17, 2025

What’s Going on in Washington? A Legislative Update with NSTA

Recapping recent news and federal initiatives to protect student safety NSTA’s Curt Macysyn joins to discuss outcomes of recent events and new priorities. Plus, a school bus driver hero spotlight! The Route is sponsored by IC Bus.

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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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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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