In this episode of @TheMorningRoutePodcast , host Shane Johnson welcomes Curt Macysyn, President of Enterprise Public Affairs and the Executive Director of the National School Transportation Association (NSTA), to discuss essential topics in school transportation. Curt shares insights into his background, the significance of NSTA, and the pressing issues tackled during the recent Capitol Hill Bus-In. Learn more about the Break for Kids Act (HR 2348) and the Driving Forward Act (HR 2360) and how they aim to improve safety and efficiency in school transportation. Plus, explore the pivotal role of vendors, OEMs, and the importance of collective industry efforts in advancing student transportation. Don't miss this informative conversation packed with valuable insights for anyone involved in the school transportation sector.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:41 Curt's Background and Career Journey05:50 Curt's Role as a High School Umpire09:34 Transition to Enterprise Public Affairs10:06 National School Transportation Association (NSTA) Overview18:21 Importance of Vendors and OEMs22:04 Capitol Hill Bus-In and Legislative Focus23:07 Reviewing Key Legislative Efforts23:45 The Stop for School Buses Act25:54 Survey Insights and Public Perception27:25 Engaging with Legislators29:56 The Driving Forward Act30:21 Addressing the Bus Driver Shortage32:45 Challenges with CDL Requirements39:56 The Need for Industry-Specific Regulations41:46 Final Thoughts and Call to ActionThank you for watching our latest episode of The Morning Route Podcast.For inquiries or to become a guest on our podcast email us at: podcast@palmerbusservice.comSpecial Thanks to Curt Macysyn from the National School Transporation Association. Have questions about membership? Feel free to give us a call at 703-684-3200 or email info@yellowbuses.org #minnesotapodcast #schoolbusdrivers #behindthewheel #podcast #transportationmanagement #diesel #msboa #palmerbusservice #PalmerBusDrivers #PalmerBusRoutes #TheMorningRoutePalmerBus #TheMorningRouteMankato #BusDrivingMankato #MankatoTransit #MankatoBusDrivers #TheMorningRoute #themorningroutepodcast #TheMorningRouteMN #BusDrivingMinnesota #busdriverlife #busdriverstories #minnesotaroads #MNTrasit #schoolbusdrivers #minnesota #transportation #career #job #training #podcast #bluebirdbus #international #thomasbus #schoolbusdrivers #womeninleadership #specialeducation #sped #paras #teachers #superintendent #schoolbustransportation #transportationdirectors #nsta #minnesotaschoolbusoperatorsassociation #nationalschooltransporationassociation #dieselpodcast #propane #rousch #ford #yellowbuses #leadership #politics #cdl #commercialdriverslicense #cdltraining #eldt #entryleveldrivertraining #thirdpartytester #electricschoolbus #turbo #motorcoach #mnmotorcoach #schoolsports #mshslhighschoolsports #mapt #trainthetrainer #thebusstop #transportationpodcast #schoolbuspodcast