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It is estimated that more than 20 million men, women and children around the world are victims of human trafficking with the U.S. a source, transit and destination country.
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Under Utah law, if someone is carrying a gun or another weapon illegally on public streets, it's a misdemeanor in most cases. But on a bus or train, it's a felony. The lawmaker is considering expanding the right to carry a weapon on a bus or train without permission, saying it should be no different than carrying a gun or knife on the street
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Police say that shortly before 4 p.m. the driver of a Nissan Altima was backing out of a parking lot near an intersection when it was struck by the driver of a BMW sedan heading southbound on Utica. The sedan was thrust into the path of a northbound MTA bus and struck the driver's side.
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In addition to building a new safety culture, GM/CEO Richard Sarles spearheaded the replacement of buses, paratransit vehicles and the acquisition of new 7000 series railcars, as well as the development of the agency’s new strategic plan.
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Technology was not in my vocabulary as a kid, but now it's at the front of the line. I’m not saying I’m against it, but could we step back a moment and catch our breath when it comes to technology and bus operations? It seems what used to be a fairly unobstructed view of the road ahead, and to the sides of the bus using simple dashboards and adequately sized mirrors, now appears to resemble a cockpit of the world’s most sophisticated aircraft.
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Jesse Quintero has traveled approximately 3.9-million miles over his 48-year career and is one of only a handful of drivers nationwide to drive three million miles without an accident. He is expected to surpass the four million mile mark by the end of 2015.
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Held for the first time in Indianapolis, this year’s event featured several electric and new propane autogas vehicle debuts, while in the classroom, safety was a major focus, with sessions discussing technology integration and training.
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In a recent rider’s survey, LTD’s riders stated that safety at bus stops was very important to them, and these new lighting units create a safer environment by illuminating both the shelters and the surrounding areas.
Read More →An April 2014 Report to Congress found that while catastrophic motor carrier crashes are rare, the costs for resulting severe and critical injuries can exceed $1 million; current insurance limits do not adequately cover these costs, which are primarily due to increases in medical expenses and other crash-related costs.
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Participants will be taught how to get to and from the bus, important riding techniques, emergency procedures, and how to get to and from specific destinations.
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