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School Bus Fleet BlogJanuary 22, 2020

NSTA Advocacy in Action — Lawmakers, Regulators: Show Us the (School Bus) Data

Pupil transporters don’t have the luxury of relying on assumptions when utilizing resources. Having real and accurate data will spark fruitful conversations about the future of pupil transportation.

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School Bus Fleet BlogJanuary 17, 2020

Navigating Autonomous Vehicle Safety in the ‘In-Between Time’

As autonomous vehicles become mainstream, safer travel for all may indeed be a reality. The in-between time, though, remains a learning environment for everyone.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserJanuary 6, 2020

2 New Members Confirmed for National Transportation Safety Board

The confirmations bring the investigative agency back to a full board of five members for the first time in nearly a year.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserNovember 7, 2019

NAPT Session Examines Benefits of Seat Belts on School Buses

Seat belts have evolved considerably over the last few decades and now offer behavior and safety benefits, presenters said.

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Newsby Sadiah Thompson November 4, 2019

Illegal Passing Prevention Efforts Shared at NAPT Conference

Several transportation and safety representatives discuss with attendees the issue of illegal school bus passing and the importance of route planning and prevention with new technologies and practices.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserNovember 4, 2019

NAPT Conference Spotlights Teamwork, Inclusiveness

Creating an age-inclusive workplace culture, the importance of effective teams, and sharing knowledge were key discussions during the Sunday keynotes and sessions.

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Photo Galleriesby Nicole SchlosserOctober 18, 2019

PHOTOS: NASDPTS in D.C.

The National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services (NASDPTS) held its annual conference in Washington, D.C., for the first time from Oct. 13 to 17. Hot topics included electric buses, illegal bus passing, and safety recommendations on fire suppression systems, seat belts, and evacuation training.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserOctober 18, 2019

Driver Fitness, Fire Suppression Hot Topics at NASDPTS Conference

Federal officials join pupil transporters in the nation’s capital to discuss fitness testing, fire suppression, seat belts, and other recommendations based on recent crashes, and share resources. 

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserSeptember 11, 2019

Maine Considering New Physical Fitness Standards for School Bus Drivers

In response to National Transportation Safety Board findings in the fatal Iowa school bus fire in 2017, the state is looking at adopting new physical performance testing for drivers.

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School Bus Fleet BlogAugust 28, 2019

Effective School Bus Evacuation Training Can Help Save Lives

Pupil transporters work hard each and every day to ensure that all children are carried to school in the safest manner possible. Preparing them for emergencies is part of that commitment.

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