Change aligns Minnesota CDL testing rules with federal requirements
For the past decade, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety has required commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders to complete the general knowledge, passenger and school…
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New research shows role of association membership in motor carrier safety
The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) has released foundational new research that statistically corroborates that motor carriers who are active in state and national membership…
Bus industry remembers insurance broker Sackett Cook
The industry is remembering insurance broker Sackett Snow Cook, who during his long career served many United Motorcoach Association members in the Maryland, New Jersey…
Coach USA CEO appointed to DOT’s advisory committee on human trafficking
Derrick Waters, CEO of Coach USA, has been appointed to the U.S. Department of Transportation Advisory Committee on Human Trafficking.
Waters will report to the…
VMA awards scholarships to students
The Virginia Motorcoach Association has named two students its 2023-2024 Estes-Counselman Scholarship Award Winners. Barrett Newton is the winner in the Operator Category, and MaryBrian…
UMA joins coalition backing bill to allow education savings plans to pay for CDL training
The United Motorcoach Association is among more than 500 trade associations, professional societies, businesses and employers joining to back a bill that would allow education…
Motorcoach drivers show off skills in MBMCA Roadeo competition
BRANSON, Mo. – Eight motorcoach drivers showed their driving expertise on a compact and hilly course during the Midwest Bus & Motorcoach Association’s annual driving…
CVSA Releases 2023 international roadcheck results
More than 59,000 commercial motor vehicles were inspected in Canada, Mexico and the U.S. as part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) 72-hour International…
UMA Members win NSTA awards
Two United Motorcoach Association Members were recently honored with awards by the National School Transportation Association (NSTA) for excellence in the private school transportation industry
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Intercity Bus Security Grant recipients announced
The Department of Homeland Security has announced the recipients of the 2023 Intercity Bus Security Grants, totaling $2 million.
According to the Department of Homeland…