EPA Offering $40M in Diesel Emission Reduction Grants
School buses are included in the vehicle types that are eligible for the funding and school districts are among the eligible entities.
National School Transportation Association Past President Speaks at EPA Event
Past president Dale Krapf discusses the NSTA’s support of the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act program at an event to honor Children’s Health Month.
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt Resigns
Pruitt has been the subject of multiple ethics investigations. President Trump accepts his resignation while continuing to defend his work at the EPA.
EPA Offers $2 Million in Clean Diesel Funding for Tribes
Each applicant may request up to $800,000 as part of the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act program. The EPA expects to award up to eight tribal assistance agreements.
N.Y. Dealers Call for Flexibility in Replacing School Buses With VW Funds
The New York State Bus Distributors Association recommends including all viable clean-engine technologies in a replacement program.
EPA Offers $40 Million in Diesel Emission Reduction Grants
For the new round of DERA funds, the EPA expects to make between 20 and 80 awards for projects to replace or retrofit older diesel vehicles, including school buses.
How Will the VW Settlement Funds Impact School Buses? Check With Your State
As state agencies work out plans for their share of the Volkswagen diesel mitigation funding, it has become clear that allocations for school buses will vary widely from state to state.
Roush Propane Engines Certified for Heavy-Duty Onboard Diagnostics
School buses powered by Roush CleanTech propane fuel systems with Ford 6.8L 2V and 3V engines are covered under the CARB HD-OBD certification.
EPA Awards $8.7 Million to Clean Up Older Diesel School Buses
The DERA rebates will be used to replace or retrofit 452 school buses in 32 states.
EPA to Demonstrate New Grant Application Process
A pair of webinars will provide training on Workspace, which will be required for grant applicants starting Jan. 1.
VW Mitigation Funding Moves Closer as U.S. Files Trust Agreements
Monday, Oct. 2, became the “Trust Effective Date” for the Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust. Now, states have 60 days to elect to become beneficiaries.
EPA’s School Bus Rebate Program Returns
The agency is offering $20,000 per vehicle to replace older school buses and $6,000 for retrofits to reduce emissions.
NSTA Presents Annual Awards for Service, Safety
Winners of the association’s 2017 honors include Barry Stock of Landmark Student Transportation, Kyle Martin of TransPar, and Manuel Vasquez of First Student.
New York District Receives TSA Audits, Training
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