ST. PAUL (April 22, 2008) — A critical audit prompts new requirements, new regulations and a new office. Read more.

Get the knowledge you need to grow at the School Transportation News 15th Annual Conference and Tradeshow. Management Track highlights include Pete Meslin’s introduction to for new supervisors, “So You’re a Transportation Director/Supervisor … Now What?” and Pete Lawrence’s media relation’s seminar “Dealing with the Media: Putting Your Best Foot Forward.” Register today.

REDONDO BEACH, Calif. (April 22, 2008) — As districts across the country celebrate Earth Day, the school bus industry weighs in with how it can help to further reduce the carbon footprint with school buses. Read more.

BOSTON (April 17, 2008) — Bill would have officials develop a policy to limit idling on school grounds. Read more.

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (April 17, 2008) — A pilot shows passing is a bigger problem than previously thought. Read more.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 10, 2008) — States would be required to issue tests and other requirements for Commercial License Permits and follow other oversight rules before issuing a CDL. Proposed rule would also affect those seeking a new school bus endorsement. Read more.

First Student donated to the Help Group of Sherman Oaks in recognition of National Autism Awareness Month, the company announced in a press release.

Driver Busted for Using Bus for His Private Charter Trips
DAVIS, Utah — Davis School District officials earlier this year fired one of its bus drivers for using district buses for his own private charter company. New technology gave the driver away. Desert News

Head Start Losing Help in Howard
HOWARD COUNTY, Md. — After years of providing discounted diesel fuel and repairs for Head Start buses, Howard County officials have told the nonprofit the practice must end, raising fears that increased costs will hamper educational programs for 264 children from low-income households. Baltimore Sun