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ABA testifies for federal bus regulations
Newsby Staff and News ReportsJune 3, 2026

ABA's Ferguson Testifies in Support of BUSES Act, National Standards for Bus Operators

The BUSES Act would create a nationwide framework preventing state and local governments from enforcing bus idling restrictions of less than 15 minutes, a threshold consistent with existing Environmental Protection Agency guidance.

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An image of empty railroad tracks in Minnesota with white text reading "Federal Railroad Administration Finalizes Rail Rules Aimed at Efficiency and Safety."
Newsby Staff and News ReportsMay 13, 2026

Federal Railroad Administration Finalizes Rail Rules Aimed at Efficiency and Safety

See what deregulatory rail rules were finalized to reduce outdated requirements, support innovation, and streamline rail operations without compromising safety.

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PodcastsOctober 22, 2025

Attracting New Operators to the Industry and More with the UMA’s Scott Michael

Scott Michael, President and CEO of the UMA, joins METRO’s Executive Editor Alex Roman to discuss what the association is doing to increase the number of operators, the state of the UMA in general, and much more.

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Newsby Alex RomanAugust 13, 2025

Inside the EPA's Diesel Exhaust Fluid Fix and Its Impact on the Motorcoach Industry

Starting with model year 2027, EPA requirements state that all new diesel on-road trucks and motorcoaches must be engineered to avoid sudden and severe power loss after running out of DEF. Find out more about what led to the EPA's decision and how it will benefit operators.

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Newsby StaffAugust 6, 2025

EPA Proposes to Repeal GHG Emissions Standards

The proposed repeal would end GHG emissions standards for all highway vehicles, citing new data and limits on EPA authority under the Clean Air Act.

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Articlesby Alex RomanDecember 2, 2024

ABA’s New President/CEO Discusses Learning the Motorcoach Industry, Future Goals

With just a couple of months under his belt, Fred Ferguson talks about what he’s learned about the industry, the opportunities he sees, and how the industry is emerging post-COVID pandemic.

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Newsby StaffOctober 29, 2024

Feds Unveil New Rule to Protect Rail Transit Workers Nationwide

This is the latest action from the Biden-Harris Administration to protect transit workers, keeping them safer at work.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 18, 2024

Transit Safety Oversight Regulation Finalized

The Biden-Harris Administration finalized national regulations to strengthen transit safety oversight to make rail transit safer for both workers and riders.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseApril 19, 2024

FRA Issues Final Rule on Train Crew Size Safety

The new rule enhances safety in the rail industry by generally requiring and emphasizing the importance and necessity of a second crewmember on all trains.

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Articlesby Alex RomanOctober 23, 2023

ABA’s Pantuso Talks Final Year at Association, Future of Motorcoach Industry

Although his departure date as president and CEO is set for September 2024, Pantuso explains there is too much to do to start “counting down the days,” including continuing to help operators get back on their feet post-COVID and preparing for his final Marketplace, which will be held in Nashville.

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