AMERICAN BUS ASSOCIATION for AMERICAN BUS ASSOCIATION
What was lobbied
One issue area, each in the filer's own words, with who lobbied on it and where.
Transportation TRA
* Seeking support for a motorcoach safety bill that calls for science-based research to safety and opposition for a motorcoach safety bill that mandates operators make all changes within three years. Granting tax credits to commercial motor vehicle operators who deploy advance safety systems Requiring the FMCSA to take into account an applicant's willingness/ability to comply with the ADA before granting or renewing operating authority. Seeking the implementation of a model Urban Partnership Agreement (UPA). Discussing the proposed regulations to be included in the FTA's final rule-making for Charter Bus Regulations Seeking the extention of the private match pilot program to the end of SAFETEA-LU Seek additional funds and tax credits for the existing grant program that provides financial assistance to operators to purchase wheelchair lifts. Obtaining funding for rural bus service. Granting tax credits to commercial motor vehicle operators who deploy advance safety systems Requiring the FMCSA to take into account an applicant's willingness/ability to comply with the ADA before granting or renewing operating authority. Seeking the implementation of a model Urban Partnership Agreement (UPA). Discussing the proposed regulations to be included in the FTA's final rule-making for Charter Bus Regulations Seeking the extention of the private match pilot program to the end of SAFETEA-LU Seek additional funds and tax credits for the existing grant program that provides financial assistance to operators to purchase wheelchair lifts. Obtaining funding for rural bus service.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| BETHANY FIELD | N/A |
| CLYDE JAMES HART | D.O.T. FEDERAL MARITIME ADMINISTRATOR |
| ROBIN R PHILLIPS | N/A |
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