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Motorcoach Safety & Preparedness Workshop - August 8, 2024
Don't miss the deadline! Register now for the 11th Annual PBA Motorcoach Safety & Preparedness Workshop scheduled August 8th.
The workshop format presents a variety of topics led by subject matter experts, enabling participants to select a track that aligns with their role; Group 1 for Mechanics and Group 2 for Dispatchers, Office Personnel, Safety Directors and Office Staff.
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Registration Closes This Friday: July 26th! | Thank You to Our Current Sponsors! | |
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Bailey Coach CEO Becomes Youngest President of the World’s 24th Largest Rotary Club
Courtney Piccolo, CEO of PBA Member Bailey Coach recently became the youngest president of the Rotary Club of York! With 42,000 clubs globally, The Rotary Club of York stands out as the 24th largest, boasting 300 members. Rotary's mission is to provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders.
As a third-generation Rotarian, Courtney follows in the footsteps of her father, John Bailey, championing the spirit of "service above self." She is honored to serve as the 109th President and will be the youngest President in the club's history. Congratulations, Courtney!
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Martz Bus Annual ROADEO Safety Competition Held
PBA Member, Martz Bus held their 2nd Annual ROADEO Safety Competition at Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes-Barre Township, PA and it was a great success! Five motorcoach operators from their three locations competed. See their post. Congratulations to the winners! Read more...
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Sandy Borowsky, Starr Bus Charter and Tours Offers Insights
PBA Board Member Sandy Borowsky, the owner of Starr Bus Charter and Tours, offers insights from her extensive journey in the tourism sector in Behind the Numbers with Dave Bookbinder. As a third-generation entrepreneur, Sandy shares the challenges and rewards of sustaining a family legacy and her aspirations for future generations.
Delving deeply into their company's culture, Sandy emphasizes the importance of creating memorable experiences for their clients, employing committed individuals, and cultivating a sense of family among all staff. She also sheds light on how they took over another company's tour division, demonstrating how a win-win situation augmented opportunities for their staff. Listen to the interview.
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National Interstate Insurance Honored
PBA Member, National Interstate Insurance announced that they have been honored with the “Insurance Partner of the Year Award” by Samsara! This award is a testament to their commitment to driving revenue, establishing strategic programs, and fostering valuable collaborations. Congratulations! See their post.
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Meet Pennsylvania's Americana Region's New President
PBA Member, Pennsylvania's Americana Region announced a new President and CEO, Heather Zimmerman. Heather served as a member of their board for 3 years and now takes on a new role at PAR. Heather brings a diverse background in hospitality and tourism to the job. In her most recent position as Executive Director, she revitalized the aging festival with new vendors, rebranding, new marketing materials, and a new website. Under her direction, USA Today's 10Best ranked the 9-day celebration as one of North America's top cultural festivals in 2023 and 2024.
She will oversee day-to-day operations and work to advance the role of tourism in Berks County through advocacy, community awareness, relationship building, and, most importantly, growing tourism to the area. Heather Zimmerman succeeds Crystal Seitz who is currently transitioning into retirement. Read more...
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Pay It Foward Program!
As a PBA member, when you refer a new member to PBA, they will receive 15% off their first year's dues using promo code 15OFF.
As the referrer, you will also receive 15% off your next renewal with the Pay It Forward program.
Let's grow together and make a difference!
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Click the Refer button in your member portal by logging in and completing the short form and we will do the rest!
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Alternatively, you can share the application link and promo code with organizations that you feel will benefit from PBA membership: www.pabus.org/Join-PBA. Make sure to tell your referral to enter your name and company in the field on the application form and share the promo code 15OFF with them.
The deadline is September 30, 2024!
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PBA Member Testimonials - We Would Love Yours!
Read what some Members have to say about what PBA Membership means to them! We would love your testimonial too, click here to submit yours.
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Did You Know?
We recently received a question on "What is the overtime regulation for drivers?"
The answer to this question is in Section 13(b)(1) of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Click here to access a Department of Labor Fact sheet regarding the Act as it pertains to the motor carrier exemption.
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INDUSTRY AND COMMONWEALTH NEWS | |
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Governor Shapiro Signs Bipartisan 2024-25 Budget
Governor Josh Shapiro signed into law a bipartisan budget for fiscal year 2024-25 that delivers on his top priorities and creates more freedom and opportunity for all Pennsylvanians. Read more...
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Governor Shapiro Unveils New Highway Welcome Signs & License Plates Celebrating Pennsylvania as the Birthplace of American Democracy
The new ‘Let Freedom Ring’ design highlights Pennsylvania’s place as the birthplace of American democracy and freedom as the Commonwealth prepares to be a central hub of activity to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026. Read more...
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Shapiro Administration Secures $500M for Interstate 83 John Harris Memorial (South) Bridge, Largest Federal Transportation Grant Ever Received
Governor Josh Shapiro joined U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, U.S. Senator Bob Casey, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Secretary Mike Carroll, Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams, elected officials, and labor and local leaders to celebrate the Shapiro Administration securing the largest federal transportation grant received in Pennsylvania for the I-83 South Bridge in Harrisburg. Read more...
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Biden-Harris Administration Strengthens Transit Manufacturing Industry with $1.5 Billion to Put More American-Made Buses on the Road
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced approximately $1.5 billion in funding to support 117 projects that will improve public transportation in 47 states. Under the President’s historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, FTA has awarded nearly $5 billion in the past three years to replace and modernize transit buses on America’s roadways, building new technology with American workers. U.S. factories will produce more than 4,600 of these new buses. Read more...
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House GOP Looks at Transportation Regulations in Light of Chevron Doctrine Ruling
House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves, R-Mo., and Oversight and Accountability Committee Chairman James Comer, R-Ky., outlined their requests in July 10 letters to leaders at the U.S. Department of Transportation, Department of Homeland Security and Environmental Protection Agency. The Congress members asked for a response by July 24. Read more...
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Proposal To Include Hair Testing in DOT’s Drug Program Expected by Fall
After a yearlong wait to see potential changes to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s workplace drug and alcohol testing programs, the agencies responsible for those possible modifications are kicking the can further down the road. Read more...
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3 Strategies to Decarbonize Transportation: U.S. DOT Report
The U.S. Department of Transportation released a 44-page report to Congress July 12 on decarbonizing transportation. Read more...
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Automatic Emergency Braking Rule Expected in 2025
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration are now planning to unveil the rule in January. Previous projections targeted this past April. Read more...
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ELD Revision Proposal Targeted for June 2025
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration plans to revisit its ELD rule in 2025, according to DOT's latest regulatory agenda. They are targeting June 2025 for a notice of proposed rulemaking regarding electronic logging devices. The notice is expected to propose revisions to the agency’s existing ELD rule. Read more...
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FMCSA Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP)
Driver's can use the FMCSA Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP) to request and review their personal driving record at any time. Get more information.
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171K Drivers Face Looming Commercial License Downgrades in November
According to a report recently released by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), a total of 171,361 CDL and CLP holders are listed in “Prohibited” status in the agency’s Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse as of June 1, 2024. Read more...
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CVSA Releases 2024 Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative Results
Earlier this year, commercial motor vehicle law enforcement personnel and industry and association professionals from Canada, Mexico and the U.S. participated in this year’s Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative (HTAI). Read more...
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Union, Public Advocate Sue MTA Over Service Cuts Linked to Congestion Pricing U-Turn
The Transport Workers Union is challenging top MTA officials in court over an alleged “shadow cut” to bus service, making riders endure longer wait times. Read more...
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Cartels Using Charter Buses to Evade Border Agents
Borders authorities are warning of a new tactic for human smuggling, where cartels hire charter buses like those used for tours to transport immigrants who entered the U.S. illegally. Read more...
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Transportation a Top 10 Target of Cyberattackers
The transportation industry saw 101 data violation cases last year. The number of cases is up more than 181% from the year before and the 101 incidents logged last year matches the total number of cases from 2020, 2021 and 2022 combined. In all the segments ranked, no other industry saw a year-over-year increase larger than transportation, with only the financial services sector coming close (177%). Read more...
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ICYMI
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