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ABA Releases 2020 Motorcoach Industry Closure Data
There have been nearly 500 companies who have lost their operating authority, whether voluntarily or involuntarily, so far this year (482 through Nov. 30, 2020), a 400 percent increase over 2019.
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Courthouse News Service: California Fights Trump Administration on Bus Driver Break Rules
ABA says the state’s more stringent requirements “undermine existing federal fatigue management rules” and “require drivers to take breaks that might be counterproductive to safety.”
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DOT Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy and Compliance Releases Notice on CBD
Since the use of CBD products could lead to a positive drug test result, DOT-regulated safety-sensitive employees should exercise caution when considering whether to use CBD products.
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ABA to Host Open Conference Call on National Park Service
On Feb. 11, ABA will be hosting an open conference call to discuss the National Park Service and other issues affecting the motorcoach industry.
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FMCSA and FTA Issue New Guidance on Use of Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse by Carriers and Drivers Op
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), in consultation with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), has issued new guidance related to participation in the FMCSA’s Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse by motor carriers and their drivers that provide service subsidized by
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FMCSA Announces Preemption of California's MRB Rules for Drivers of Passenger-Carrying CMVs
ABA member Terry Fischer of Transportation Charter Services in Orange, Calif., said this announcement is a huge relief to his business, as well as others, because this was a burden that they didn't know they could survive.
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FMCSA to Pursue Research on Impact of Motorcoach Driver Compensation on Safety Performance
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA) has announced it’s conducting a research project titled, “Impact of Motorcoach Driver Compensation on Safety Performance.” The purpose of the project, according to FMCSA, is to gather information on motorcoach driver pay and
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The American Bus Association Celebrates its 90th Anniversary
The American Bus Association Celebrates its 90th Anniversary
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FMCSA says 2016 will be a "Year of Partnerships" with Industry
ABA Welcomes FMCSA Leadership to Marketplace
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