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Hours of Service Considerations for Spring Trips

The 2025-2026 school year is already half-way over, and for many contractors this means peak sports and activities season is only right around the corner. As...

Positive Drug Tests – SAP Program and Return to Duty

When a school bus driver fails a drug or alcohol test, refuses to submit to required testing, or otherwise violates U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) d...

Status of Illegal School Bus Passing Laws in Pennsylvania

In recent history, the school bus industry nationwide has made a significant push to educate the general public of the requirements to stop for the yellow bu...

Potential Marijuana Reclassification in 2026

Once again, marijuana is in the spotlight. On December 18, 2025, President Trump signed Executive Order 14370 on expanding medical marijuana and cannabidiol ...

Diesel-Powered Vehicle Idling Laws

In the throes of winter, school bus drivers often idle their buses to keep the bus warm. But, contractors should keep in mind laws and regulations that limit...

Winter Weather – PA Law Requires Removal of Snow and Ice

Winter is coming and unfortunately so are the weather related concerns that affect transportation. Snow and ice on the roof of moving vehicles is a safety ha...

Non-Domiciled CDL Update

Everyone knows that immigration has been a top priority for the Trump Administration. Recent developments out of Washington D.C. signify a tightening of fede...

Safe Walking Routes

Often, transportation contracts specify that school districts have the responsibility to establish bus stops. This is typically done in consultation with the...

EEOC News: Polaris Industries to Pay $55,000 in EEOC Pregnancy Suit

Polaris Industries will pay $55,000 after penalizing a pregnant employee for medically necessary absences and refusing accommodations—a violation of the Preg...

Hiring School Bus Drivers with Non-FMCSA DOT Experience

As a school bus contractor, ensuring that your drivers meet all federal and state safety regulations is one of the most critical parts of your operation. In ...

Legal Focus: Trump Tariffs and Transportation Contracts

We are only a few months into President Trump’s new term, and the Administration has already begun implementing sweeping changes likely to have ripple effect...

Legal Focus: I-9 Compliance and Best Practices

For most employers, the I-9 form is one of many documents that are given to a new-hire at the start of employment. A=er the form is completed, it is not unco...

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