A recap of 2022 UMA Motorcoach EXPO in photos and videos
The 2022 UMA Motorcoach EXPO in Long Beach, California, provided the perfect place for people to reconnect. There was a lot going on, from educational…
Academy Bus to pay $20.5M in fraud lawsuit settlement
Academy Bus has agreed to pay $20.5 million to settle a lawsuit brought by the state of New Jersey for overcharging New…
Operators get advice about charter service notices from transit agencies
Motorcoach operators have important protections against having to compete with local transit agencies under the Federal Transit Administration’s Charter Service Rule.
Operators need to know…
2021 brought major legislative wins – and some unfinished business
As we near the end of 2021, it is an appropriate time to take stock of the legislative efforts on your behalf, unfinished business, and…
Deadline nears for 2022 Unified Carrier Registration
As the new year approaches, it’s renewal season for some operating credentials such as Unified Carrier Registration (UCR).
For motorcoach and bus operators with vehicles…
New infrastructure law ‘a sweeping victory’ for private bus and motorcoach companies
(Alexandria, VA) November 15, 2021 — The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) signed this afternoon by President Joe Biden represents a monumental win…
Single audit not required for CERTS recipients
The U.S. Department of Treasury has confirmed that the Coronavirus Economic Relief for Transportation Services (CERTS) Program grant recipients are not required…
Pandemic insurance could be in your future
A federal insurance backstop for future pandemics could become a reality if the Pandemic Risk Insurance Act (PRIA), introduced by Rep. Carolyn…
UMA renews call for operators to get on charter service registry
The United Motorcoach Association is urging owners of bus and motorcoach companies to sign up for the Charter Service Registry. Participation shows…
House backers extend push for tax-exemption for CERTS funds
Motorcoach industry stakeholders have another week to build support for House efforts to exempt CERTS grant funds from federal taxation in the…