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  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 25, 2008 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Mark Gedris 800.424.8262 UMA Discusses Priorities With Incoming Administration“We are pleased to be asked to provide the Obama administration with information and the perspectives of the motorcoach industry,” noted Parra. “We trust the information provided will give them insight into our industry and help provide the foundation for a productive relationship as we move forward.” Among the issues and topics discussed during the meeting was the Federal Transit Administration’s Final Charter Bus Rule. UMA continues to stress the importance of this rule and remains focused on ensuring the rule continues to be fairly implemented and vigorously enforced and not weakened through future regulatory or legislative actions. “We want the new administration to understand the importance of this rule to UMA operator members, their employees and the communities they serve. Most bus and motorcoach companies are small businesses and small businesses have proved to be the real economic engine in challenging economic times,” added Presley. Additional issues conveyed include occupant protection and the need for sound scientific research and findings, the federal fuel tax exemption for over-the-road buses, stronger enforcement of the FMCSA’s new entrant program and the overall importance of the impact the bus and motorcoach industry has on the travel and tourism economy. “UMA was founded on the purpose of representing the charter and tour coach owner/operator,” noted Parra. “Our meeting with the new administration further emphasizes this mission and as new leadership is placed in the Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, we look forward to working with them on the key issues facing our industry and Nation.” The United Motorcoach Association is North America's largest association for operators of motorcoach companies providing charter, tour and regular route services. Founded in 1971, UMA is comprised of over 1,100 members located all across North America, with more than 850 charter and tour bus operator members who provide transportation services in all fifty states, Canada and Mexico. Headquartered in Alexandria, VA, UMA is dedicated to protecting and promoting the interests of the entire motorcoach industry and providing its members with programs and services to enhance the success of their operations. Back To Industry News/Press Releases |
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