New York School Bus Contractors Association

The New York School Bus Contractors Association (NYSBCA) is a nonprofit organization that represents the private school bus transportation industry in New York. The association plays a crucial role in providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective student transportation services to 85% of the school districts in New York State.

Mission

The NYSBCA's mission is to promote safe, reliable, and cost-effective student transportation services. It achieves this by supporting its member companies, which employ approximately 50,000 people in the state and operate about 30,000 school vehicles.

Activities and Initiatives

• Industry Advocacy: The association actively advocates for its members, addressing issues such as driver shortages, electric school bus mandates, and contract flexibility. It works closely with legislative bodies and other stakeholders to navigate industry challenges.
• Awards and Recognition: NYSBCA recognizes outstanding contributions to the industry through awards such as the Roger Weeks Contractor of the Year Award, which honors contractors with exceptional safety and performance records. It also presents Distinguished Service Awards to individuals who have made significant contributions to the industry.
• Electrification Efforts: NYSBCA is involved in the transition to electric school buses, with New York State aiming to have all new school buses sold as zero-emission by 2027 and all buses on the road electric by 2035.

Leadership

As of recent reports, Thomas Smith serves as the president of the association and plays a key role in its advocacy efforts, particularly concerning electric school bus mandates and contract adjustments to accommodate these requirements.