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Newsby Nicole SchlosserJune 4, 2020

Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act Passes House, Senate

The proposed federal legislation aims to bolster support to small businesses through the Paycheck Protection Program during the COVID-19 pandemic with measures such as eliminating restrictions on non-payroll expenses and extending the rehiring deadline.

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Newsby StaffMay 29, 2020

First Student Delivers Over 1 Million Meals During School Closures

Drivers from more than 150 of the school bus company’s locations deliver meals and instructional materials during the COVID-19 pandemic. Some also transport medical workers.

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Newsby StaffMay 27, 2020

Dean Transportation, Independent Bookstore Launch Virtual ‘Story Time’

The Michigan-based school bus company partners with Schuler Books to present the Dean Transportation Story Time Series. Bus drivers read children’s books in videos on the school bus company’s Facebook page.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserMay 26, 2020

COVID-19 Survey: Pupil Transporters Contend With Staffing Adjustments, Routing Concerns

Conducted by School Bus Fleet, findings include adjusting personnel duties, some downsizing due to school closures, and significantly boosted cleaning routines. Respondents anticipate major routing changes as schools reopen.

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Articlesby Nicole SchlosserMay 26, 2020

10 Keys for Contractors to Protect Business During COVID-19

Crucial practices include educating and negotiating with districts to continue compensation while buses aren’t running, following safety procedures consistently, and keeping abreast of loan and legal resources, experts say.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserMay 13, 2020

Webinar Advises Contractors on Getting Paid, Protecting Business

School Bus Fleet’s recent webinar, “Getting Paid, Staying Afloat: How Contractors Can Cope With the COVID Shutdown” is now available online.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserMay 7, 2020

Webinar to Provide Guidance to Contractors on Protecting Workers, Business

Industry experts will discuss in this webinar, taking place on May 13, how contractors can convince districts that they have a right to be paid during COVID-19-spurred school closures. It will also provide advice on protecting workers, how insurers can help, and preparing for when classes eventually resume.  

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Newsby StaffMay 5, 2020

Dean Transportation School Bus Drivers Deliver Over 300K Meals to Students

The Michigan contractor’s drivers have brought meals to 23 communities up to five days a week. Dean Transportation has rallied nearly 150 staff members to drive the buses and package and distribute meals.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserApril 27, 2020

Business Law Firm Offers SBA Loan Application Resources

"COVID-19 Economic Relief Primer for the Ground Transportation Industry" details the recently passed federal economic aid packages and offers resources for applying for the various available loans.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserApril 24, 2020

Trump Signs New $484B Stimulus Bill Into Law

The stimulus includes more aid for small- to medium-sized businesses, with $320 billion added to the Paycheck Protection Program. Of that total, $60 billion is set aside for Small Business Administration loans.

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