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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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Young child secured in a child restraint system on a school bus seat, highlighting school bus CSRS requirements.
Articlesby Nicole DamronAugust 27, 2025

Understanding FMVSS 213: Key FAQs on Child Restraint System Requirements

School bus child restraint rules are under review, but there are no new requirements yet. Here’s what operators need to know about proposed changes, exemptions, and the extended compliance date.

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an illustration of a chalkboard with assistive tools listed
Articlesby Amanda HuggettJanuary 27, 2025

Accessible and Inclusive: The Latest in School Bus Assistive Tools & Tech

Explore innovative assistive technologies transforming school buses to support students with diverse needs, from behavioral aids to sensory tools and communication devices.

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Photo GalleriesApril 26, 2023

PHOTOS: NAPT Raleigh Roadshow 2023 in Pictures

The National Association for Pupil Transportation (NAPT) took its show on the road for a conference focused primarily on transportation expectations and options when it comes to students with unique physical and emotional needs. Attendees gathered in downtown Raleigh, capital of North Carolina, for the event.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseNovember 7, 2022

NTSB Renews School Bus Seat Belt Recommendation

A fatal Tennessee school bus accident led the board to call once again for seat belts and other safety measures.

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Wes PlattAugust 1, 2022

With Patience and Tolerance, Occasional Chaos Can Be Rewarding

Disruptive behavior, sometimes caused by these summer breaks, is on the rise and can prove particularly challenging during the first six weeks of the school year, Brooke Garcia said. In those instances, “the driver needs to the thermostat in the bus, rather than the thermometer.”

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ArticlesCover Storyby Amanda HuggettFebruary 2, 2022

Innovations & Opportunities in Special Needs Transportation

For school buses transporting individuals with disabilities, proper securement is paramount to protect students' safety. Here’s what you need to know to make sure your fleet is safe and accessible.

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NewsAugust 3, 2020

IMMI Acquires SynTec Seating

IMMI will keep manufacturing SynTec’s line of seating products while integrating its SafeGuard seats into the mix. SynTec is the primary seating supplier for Thomas Built Buses.

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NewsJuly 21, 2020

IMMI Opens Plant Near IC Bus’s Oklahoma Location

The seating safety product manufacturer will use its new facility in Tulsa to assemble and line set its SafeGuard lap-shoulder belts and integrated child seats for IC’s buses.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 4, 2019

NTSB Releases 2019 Most Wanted List

The list of 10 items includes priorities such as distracted driving, strengthening occupant protection, and implementing collision avoidance systems.

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