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Newsby StaffDecember 18, 2020

Relief Extended for License Delays due to COVID Disruptions

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has extended its COVID-19 emergency waiver of commercial drivers’ licenses, learners permits, and medical certificate requirements.

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NewsDecember 2, 2020

Zonar’s School Bus Safety Solutions Qualify for CARES Funding

States can now award subgrants from the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund for Zonar EVIR and Z Pass.

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NewsJune 30, 2020

Senators Working with Motorcoach, School Bus Industries on Coronavirus Economic Relief Bill

The Coronavirus Economic Relief for Transportation Services Act will provide $10 billion in emergency economic relief funding, in the form of grants — no less than 50% of total funding — and other economic assistance.

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Newsby StaffMarch 20, 2020

Ground Transportation Groups Request $12B for Essential Infrastructure

The request proposes an eight-point plan for saving buses, shuttles, paratransit, non-emergency medical trips, taxis, liveries, and rideshare companies.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserMarch 5, 2020

Oregon Workshop Focuses on Fitness for Duty, Emergency Preparedness

The recent Oregon Pupil Transportation Association Workshop covered topics ranging from responding to a school shooting and a fatal school bus fire to clarify confusing information on CBD oil.

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Newsby StaffMarch 4, 2020

Student Credited with Helping School Bus Driver During Medical Event

Ava Boenig of Connecticut calls 911 after her bus driver experiences a medical emergency behind the wheel.

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ArticlesFebruary 20, 2020

Message Received: Best Practices for Effective Radio Communication

Proper etiquette is critical to seamless operation between dispatchers and drivers. Tips on training and messaging include using equipment properly, creating clear emergency protocols, and keeping messages brief.

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Articlesby Sadiah Thompson February 20, 2020

6 New School Bus Shop Tools

A mobile app that offers engine software updates, vertical rise vehicle lifts, and battery technology that can reduce emergency repairs are some of the latest products designed to boost shop efficiency.

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Newsby StaffDecember 18, 2019

Editor's Picks 2019: Photo Galleries of the Year

School Bus Fleet’s standout web content in 2019 included two photo galleries showcasing National School Bus Safety Week celebrations and an Iowa conference highlighting emergency planning.

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Newsby StaffDecember 18, 2019

Students Leave as School Bus Driver Stops Bus to Discuss Behavior

The Virginia driver stops the bus mid-route to address some elementary school students about their behavior, but the students use the rear emergency door to leave.

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