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Graphic for an opinion article on illegal school bus passing. A school bus with its stop arm extended is stopped as children cross the street, while a black SUV drives past. Headline reads, “America’s School Bus Blind Spot.” School Bus Fleet branding appears in the corner.
ArticlesJune 8, 2026

America Has a School Bus Passing Problem — and Distraction Is Making It Worse

Illegal school bus passing remains a major safety threat as distracted driving rises. This op-ed explores why awareness, enforcement, and stop-arm cameras matter more than ever.

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An orange and red graphic with text reading "Surface Transportation Bill Moves Forward."
Newsby Elora HaynesJune 1, 2026

The BUILD America 250 Act Has Big Implications for School Buses, Too [Updated]

Buried within a sweeping federal transportation bill are provisions that could affect school bus driver requirements, illegal passing enforcement, and even the future role of autonomous technology in pupil transportation.

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A rendering of the 6th-generation Waymo Driver on Hyundai’s all-electric IONIQ 5 SUV
Newsby Staff and News ReportsApril 9, 2026

Senate Report: Autonomous Car Companies Hiding Reliance on Remote Operators

Waymo’s self-driving vehicles are under fire again after repeated school bus passing violations, raising questions about safety, remote operators, and regulation.

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A black, white, and red graphic with an image of the back of a school bus and text reading "Legislative Roundup March 2026."
Newsby StaffMarch 16, 2026

School Bus Laws To Watch: Anti-Trafficking Curriculum, Passing Loopholes & Tougher Penalties

From Nebraska CDL training add-ons, tackling stop arm passing loopholes in Minnesota, and increased penalties for school bus driver DUIs and firearm incidents, here’s the latest in school bus legislation across the U.S.

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The 5th-generation Waymo Driver on the all-electric Jaguar I-PACE.
Newsby StaffMarch 5, 2026

NTSB Determines Human Error Led to Waymo’s Illegal School Bus Passing

Investigators reported a remote assistance error allowed a Waymo driverless vehicle to illegally pass a stopped school bus in Austin.

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The side of a school bus with a retracted stop signal.
Newsby Elora HaynesMarch 4, 2026

National Action Plan Aims to End Illegal School Bus Passings Across the U.S.

See how a new 50-state roadmap outlines 69 strategies for districts, law enforcement, and policymakers to reduce the 39 million illegal school bus passings reported each year.

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a photo of a school bus driving down a suburban street with houses in the background and green grass pictured
Newsby News/Media ReleaseFebruary 23, 2026

Thomas Built Buses Awards “If You Pass” Safety Campaign Funds to Ga. District

The OEM's three-week campaign during National School Bus Safety Week has awarded nearly $6,000 to Bryan County Schools to support increasing student safety around the bus.

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A white Waymo vehicle waits at a crosswalk as a family crosses.
Newsby StaffJanuary 26, 2026

Waymo Scrutiny Intensifies as NTSB Launches Investigation

After complications in multiple cities when self-driving taxis failed to stop for school buses, the NTSB joins NHTSA in a probe to determine what's behind the tech and related safety concerns.

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A graphic with multiple versions of school buses and text reading "How We Got Gere: An inside look at school transportation history from industry veterans."
Digital Cover Featuresby Elora HaynesJanuary 1, 2026

How a Century of Change Shaped the School Bus Industry We Know Today

As we celebrate seven decades of industry coverage, let’s revisit historic milestones, timeless content, and examine the industry's progression from those who lived it.

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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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