DOT cannabis policy prompts warning to drivers about CBD use
The Department of Transportation has issued a notice about drug and alcohol policy compliance that deals with the use of cannabis products.
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Expert addresses challenges of safely operating a fleet
When it comes to bus and motorcoach safety, most advice focusing on compliance comes up short on the day-to-day challenges of operating a fleet, says…
Progress on CERTS grant program: What you need to know
Motorcoach company operators received welcome news Thursday afternoon when the U.S. Department of the Treasury released guidance on the Coronavirus Economic Relief for…
Industry launches effort to secure additional funding for CERTS grant program
The United Motorcoach Association launched a campaign Friday during the 2021 UMA Motorcoach EXPO urging House members to support additional funding for…
Helping drivers get vaccinated early pays off for one operator
Do not wait: Be proactive with local health authorities to secure vaccination priority for your drivers. That’s the advice of Elizabeth Kamalakis,…
New PPP formula for the self-employed
There is a new Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) formula for business operations that report their taxes on a Schedule C with their personal tax returns.
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MMA, VMA plan for first joint in-person operators meeting in May
The Maryland and Virginia Motorcoach Associations are planning their first-ever joint event. The in-person Spring Operators Meeting is set for May 10-12.
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Master’s Touch Tours builds relationships, and business follows
The focus at Master’s Touch Tours is on their guests.
“None of us would be in business without the people. And so we try and…
FMCSA extends waivers for COVID-19 national emergency
Washington, DC – The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has granted waivers permitting (but not requiring) states to extend the validity of commercial driver’s…
