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A black, white, and red graphic with an image of Wisconsin political figures by a table and text reading "Legislative Roundup April 2026."
Newsby Elora HaynesApril 17, 2026

School Bus Laws to Watch: Driver Shortages, EV Debates & Safety Upgrades

From driver shortage solutions in Tennessee and rural connectivity debates in Utah to new safety laws in Wisconsin and ongoing electric bus mandate discussions in New York and Connecticut, here’s the latest in school bus legislation across the U.S.

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An aerial image showing the final resting positions of a 2024 Illinois school bus crash with a tractor trailer.
Newsby Elora HaynesMarch 24, 2026

New NTSB Investigation Report Highlights Driver Impairment and Medical Requirements

The recent investigative report found driver impairment and fatigue from prescription medications led to a fatal school bus crash in 2024 in Illinois.

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Newsby StaffDecember 18, 2025

National Leaders Sound Alarm on Student Safety at New Summit

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.

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A BusGates extended stop-arm actively in use on a school bus.
Newsby StaffDecember 2, 2025

Partnership Expands BusGates Stop-Arm Tech Amid Millions of Annual Violations

A new Child Safety Network–BusGates collaboration targets the split-second when kids are most at risk, and early results show illegal passings can drop to zero.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 20, 2025

Threat Preparedness Training Grant Now Open

With STOP Grant funding open, S.T.A.R.T. pushes school leaders to prioritize active-threat training for bus drivers.

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Newsby Elora HaynesOctober 16, 2025

Make the Most of National School Bus Safety Week With These Resources

Check out these resources you can use to create a campaign that reminds students, parents, and motorists in your community to prioritize school bus safety.

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ArticlesOctober 13, 2025

From Minor Injuries to Major Events: Building a School Bus Medical Response Plan

When seconds count, preparation matters. Discover how to build a plan to help drivers manage medical emergencies with confidence.

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Colorful student poster titled "Safety First – Safety Always" showing school bus safety tips, danger zones, and safe boarding behaviors for children at home, the bus stop, and school.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 12, 2025

Georgia Student Wins National School Bus Safety Poster Contest

Minakshi Chilagani’s vibrant artwork has earned her the top national honor in the 2024-25 National School Bus Safety Poster Contest, bringing this year’s “Safety First – Safety Always” theme to life.

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Newsby StaffJuly 3, 2025

New NTSB Investigation Report and Safety Alert Addresses Distracted Driving

The final investigative report found texting behind the wheel led to a fatal school bus crash in 2023, prompting new NTSB warnings on distracted driving risks.

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