
Last week, the first National School Bus Safety Summit brought together leaders from government, public safety, technology, and education to address the growing threat of illegal stop-arm passing.
Read More →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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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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Will school buses and supplies soon be more expensive due to the newly imposed tariffs on neighboring countries? Here’s an update on the U.S. tariff situation and industry reactions.
Read More →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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The Trump administration is working with the Department of Education’s new secretary to head toward total agency shutdown and shift oversight to the states. But without Congress’ approval, many are voicing their concerns about what this could mean for IDEA, school districts, and the students they serve. Here’s what we know.
Read More →From executive orders to new leadership at federal agencies, policy shifts are already underway in the nation’s capital. Here’s NSTA’s take on the activity — and what the association is doing and watching in Washington.
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A school transportation association responds to recent news from Texas where a district warned parents of the potential for ICE agents boarding school buses with advice for school districts on how to handle the complex situation.
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The National School Transportation Association convened on Capitol Hill for the 2024 Bus-ln, urging legislative action on illegal school bus passing. Advocates engaged in more than 85 meetings, pushing for support of HR 3998. Events included receptions and meetings with representatives, emphasizing student safety. The initiative underscores NSTA's commitment to addressing critical transportation issues.
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The District of Columbia is ordering 10 all-electric Type A school buses built on Ford E-450 chassis with a Pegasus Orion body and Phoenix's 150-mile range battery electric drive system.
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