Reporting from Minneapolis, this 5-minute School Bus News Recap breaks down the most important industry developments you may have missed, from heightened scrutiny of autonomous vehicle safety to new state legislation aimed at protecting students on and around the bus.
In this episode, we cover:
- The growing investigation into Waymo and what it means for school bus safety oversight
- NAPT’s 2026 Love the Bus Toolkit and how districts can use it to spotlight drivers and staff
- GreenPower's move to New Mexico
- An update on the Maine school bus dragging fatality
- How anti-pinch door sensors and Maine’s new mandate could help prevent future tragedies
- The New Jersey Legislature’s approval of a special education transportation task force
- And why now is the time to submit nominations for the 2026 Contractor of the Year
Whether you’re a contractor, district leader, driver, or supplier, this recap covers the stories shaping school bus safety, policy, and operations nationwide.
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