Policy Committee
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A Century of Service
For 100 years, the American Bus Association has united the group travel industry by advancing safety, advocacy, and growth for members and the communities they serve.
About the American Bus Association (ABA)
Founded in 1926, the American Bus Association (ABA) is North America’s leading trade association representing the full spectrum of group travel, domestic tourism, and ground transportation. ABA brings together motorcoach operators, tour companies, manufacturers, travel destinations, attractions, and tourism organizations to connect people with places—and drive the business of travel forward.
ABA delivers best-in-class services to its members through its signature events and programs, including ABA Marketplace—the premier North American travel and group tour show—and a nationally recognized advocacy and regulatory affairs program. ABA’s Bus Industry Safety Council (BISC) is the industry’s foremost resource for safety, compliance, and operational training, while the Driving Force Council serves as the leading voice for workforce development and talent solutions across the industry.
Through its 501(c)(3) affiliate, the ABA Foundation, ABA invests in the future of the industry by supporting scholarships, advancing critical research and data collection, and leading efforts to combat human trafficking on America’s roadways.
Our Member’s Footprint
The scale of our members’ work extends far beyond the road—fueling connections, commerce, and opportunity across North America.
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600M+
Passenger trips provided annually
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2K+
Member Companies
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48,667
Motorcoaches
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40B+
Passenger miles traveled in 2024
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75,859
Jobs supported across the U.S. and Canada
Leadership & Staff
Guided by a dedicated Board of Directors and a committed staff, we work together to advance the group travel industry.
Advisory Committees
Marketplace Advisory Committee
A select number of members and industry representatives invited to help shape future Marketplace events.
Member Councils
Our councils bring together members from across the industry to exchange insights, tackle shared challenges, and help guide the association’s priorities.
Driving Force Council
Connects with peers, shares ideas, and helps shape the future of the industry.
Bus Industry Safety Council
Focuses on bus safety, compliance, and operational best practices, in partnership with ABC Companies
Bus Maintenance & Repair Council
Supports maintenance professionals with training, standards, and technical resources.
Next Era Leadership Council
Connects emerging leaders to mentorship, growth, and industry opportunity.
Women In Buses Council
Empowers women industry-wide with tools, support, and leadership pathways.
African American Council
Promotes diversity, dialogue, and advancement across the bus and group travel industry.
Hispanic Council
Supports Hispanic operators and businesses and fosters inclusive industry engagement.
Latest From ABA
ABA Board Focuses on Insurance, Advocacy Priorities, and the Future Workforce
The Spring Board meeting in Washington, DC, focused on several key issues for operators and group tourism members. Earlier this week, the American Bus Association Board of Directors convened for […]
Philadelphia Restores a Proper Home for Intercity Bus Travel
Philadelphia is taking an important step toward improving the experience of intercity bus travel with the reopening of the renovated terminal at 1001 Filbert Street, the former Greyhound facility in […]
ABA Continues Advocacy on GAOA Reauthorization, National Park Access, and Commercial Tour Operations
ABA remains actively engaged with Congress, the Administration, and industry stakeholders to ensure the reauthorization of the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA)—the landmark bipartisan law that created dedicated funding to […]
2026 Q1 Economic and Travel Report: Early Signs of Travel Growth Face New Global Uncertainty
Quarterly Economy & Travel Industry Summary A Reminder to Expect the Unexpected As the year began, the tariff situation appeared to have largely stabilized, inflation was expected to ease, and […]
How the Motorcoach Industry Supports Disaster Response and National Preparedness
Fred Ferguson, president and CEO of the American Bus Association (ABA), discussed how the industry prepares for emergencies, the growing recognition of motorcoaches as critical infrastructure, and steps operators can […]
Tourism Veteran Leon Downey Announces Retirement
Industry leader’s career spans 38 years in local and state tourism. Pigeon Forge Department of Tourism Executive Director Leon Downey will retire next month. Downey has served in his current […]