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Promo graphic for the 18th National Congress on School Transportation, featuring a conference audience background and text reading “May 4–6, 2029, St. Louis, Missouri,” alongside the NCST logo.
Newsby Staff and News ReportsMarch 3, 2026

NCST Announces 18th Congress Event Dates, New Committees

The National Congress on School Transportation moves to St. Louis in May 2029, convening delegates and industry representatives to discuss updated guidance.

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National School Transportation Association President Patrick Dean quote graphic on yellow background about rigorous standards, advocacy, and improvement keeping school buses the safest transportation for kids.
NSTA Advocacy in ActionFebruary 13, 2026

NSTA Emphasizes School Transportation at the Midwest Commercial Vehicle Safety Summit

From NHTSA safety data to NCST standards and stop-arm passing prevention, NSTA reinforces the role of school buses in protecting students and improving traffic safety.

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Sponsoredby Amanda HuggettJune 16, 2025

Reactions to & Highlights from NCST [VIDEO]

What decisions from this year’s NCST will shape the future of student transportation — and your operations? Go behind the scenes of this year’s congress with exclusive reactions and insights from delegates and insiders in this video. The Route is sponsored by IC Bus — proudly manufacturing the Next Generation CE Series.

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Articlesby Amanda HuggettMay 8, 2025

Key Outcomes from the 17th Annual NCST

Three new sections, spirited debates on school bus specs and alternative transportation guidelines, NCST was far from boring. In fact, this year’s congress wrapped early, even after a 10-year hiatus. Delegates from 48 states worked through these new industry recommendations.

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ArticlesDecember 27, 2024

What to Expect Out of the NCST This May

For the first time in 10 years, the National Congress on School Transportation convenes to determine best practice recommendations for school buses. Here’s what you need to know.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJune 17, 2023

NCST Writing Committees Seek Input

The National Congress on School Transportation is seeking credible candidates to join the writing committees, which are slated to convene in 2025.

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Newsby Wes PlattJanuary 13, 2023

Kentucky School Transportation Director Named NCST Vice-Chair

Elisa Hanley, who has represented Kentucky at the National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services since 2014, looks forward to her role on the steering committee of the National Congress on School Transportation when it meets in 2025.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserMarch 10, 2021

NCST Pushed to 2025

The National Congress on School Transportation’s Steering Committee postponed the Congress from this May due to the pandemic. Meanwhile, state delegations can submit urgent or emergency proposals.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserFebruary 22, 2021

NCST Postponed Again Due to Pandemic

The National Congress on School Transportation Steering Committee decides, based on travel restrictions and public health measures, to reschedule again to either 2022 or 2025.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserMarch 18, 2020

NCST 2020 Postponed, National Stop-Arm Survey Canceled Due to COVID-19

The 17th National Congress on School Transportation is tentatively rescheduled for May 2021. Meanwhile, the National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services annual stop-arm survey will not be conducted this year.

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