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Overtime and Blended Rates
In school bus operations, most employees are part-time drivers that do not exceed 40 hours of work in a workweek; however, nearly all contractors have some f...
Minimum Insurance Requirements for PA Operators
Insurance requirements for school bus operators often times differ from state-to-state. Some states have specific requirements for school buses used in home-...
State Advocacy for School Bus Contractors
The RC Kelly team participated in another successful NSTA Bus In on Capitol Hill earlier this month. As we all reflect on the importance of establishing conn...
RC Kelly Law Attends National School Transportation Association Capitol Hill Day
RC Kelly Law Associates is proud to have joined the National School Transportation Association in its annual Bus-In advocacy visit to legislators in Washingt...
Effective State Advocacy – Gearing Up For PSBA Legislative Day
On March 24, 2026, RC Kelly Law will participate in the Pennsylvania School Bus Association’s (PSBA’s) annual Legislative Day at the Capitol in Harrisburg, P...
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...
Legal Updates for Contractors: Special Needs Transportation at NSTA 2026
Today our team presented Legal Update Session -
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...
Planning your Route to Retirement - Close the Gaps and Secure Your Legacy
As a school bus contractor, you’ve built a business that helps the community while supporting your family. But what is your long term future plan? Business o...
Student Discipline & IEPs
With the school year now settling into normal routines, inevitably some contractors and bus drivers will face behavioral challenges with students. Sometimes,...