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NSTA Advocacy in ActionOctober 29, 2025

Senate Introduction of Brake for Kids Act Marks School Bus Safety Milestone

The legislation seeks to launch a national awareness campaign reminding motorists to stop for school buses. With millions of violations each year, it’s time to make school bus safety a national priority.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 3, 2025

Legislation Introduced to Curb Illegal School Bus Passings

Lawmakers consider legislation seeking to require the DOT to release a national PSA about the dangers of illegal stop-arm passings.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsAugust 28, 2025

Buckle Up, Texas: Seat Belts Now Required On All School Buses

The Lone Star state now requires three-point seat belts on all new school buses, a law focused on student safety and consistent use through training and education.

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Articlesby Amanda HuggettAugust 26, 2025

Insurance Gone Wild: School Bus Operators Call for Tort Reform

Rising insurance premiums are costing everyone who operates a yellow bus. Here’s how litigation trends, nuclear verdicts, and lawsuit abuse reform could help.

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NSTA Advocacy in ActionMay 29, 2025

Annual NSTA Bus-In Produces Two Bill Introductions

Association members hit the Hill in force — 65 people, 153 meetings, two bills, and a shared mission to advance student transportation safety.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseApril 10, 2025

National School Transportation Association Celebrates Driving Forward Act in House & Senate

The Driving Forward Act would make the under-the-hood testing exemption permanent for school bus driver CDL applicants. Originally introduced in the House, a Senate version is now sponsored and up for consideration.

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Sponsoredby Amanda HuggettMarch 17, 2025

What’s Going on in Washington? A Check-In with NSTA [VIDEO]

Break down recent news and important federal initiatives and legislation to protect student safety in this episode of The Route. SBF’s editor is joined by NSTA’s Curt Macysyn to discuss outcomes of recent events and new priorities. Plus, a school bus driver hero spotlight! The Route is sponsored by IC Bus — proudly manufacturing the Next Generation CE Series.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseFebruary 11, 2025

EverDriven Reaches Calif. Senate Bill 88 Compliance Early

California’s SB 88 legislation calls for stricter standards for student transportation, and Everdriven has announced compliance six months ahead of the deadline.

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Articlesby Wes PlattDecember 18, 2023

15 Highlights from National School Transportation Associations

NSTA members were back on the road for their Capitol Hill Bus-In, while NAPT returned to Columbus for a post-pandemic annual conference, and NASDPTS welcomed its members to a meeting in Pentagon City.

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Newsby Christy GrimesNovember 1, 2022

NASDPTS Conference: What Does Marijuana Have to Do with Pupil Transportation?

A lot, a student transportation industry expert explained. Most Americans have access to marijuana, and decriminalization of the drug is on several November ballots, making it relevant now more than ever.

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