Maine School Transportation Safety Commission
Following the tragic deaths of two Maine students in transportation-related incidents, Governor Janet Mills signed an Executive Order in January 2026, establishing the Maine School Transportation Safety Commission. This Commission will review current statutes and practices related to school transportation protocols, safety standards, and trainings to identify necessary changes or improvements to school transportation in Maine. This work is ultimately intended to ensure the safety and well-being of all students, staff, and school bus drivers across the state.
Thousands of Maine students rely on school transportation each day to attend school and school-related activities. The Maine Department of Education, Maine Department of Public Safety, and Maine Department of the Secretary of State share a joint responsibility for supporting and enforcing safe transportation policies in Maine. Members of this Commission are representative of these various agencies and others, including the Maine Association for Pupil Transportation, Maine Department of Transportation, and Maine School Management Association.
Transportation Safety Commission Final Report
- Lt. Bruce Scott, Maine Department of Public Safety (Co-Chair)
- Megan Welter, Associate Commissioner of Public Education, Maine DOE (Co-Chair)
- Rob Susi, Director, Maine School Safety Center
- Mitzii Smith, President, Maine Association for Pupil Transportation
- Chris Pasciuto, Vice President, Maine Association for Pupil Transportation
- Robert Skehan, Director of the Office of Safety and Mobility, Maine DOT
- Wayne St. Pierre, Director of Transportation, RSU 39
- Stephen Marquis, Executive Committee member, Maine School Superintendents Association
- Cheryl Brackett, Transportation Coordinator, Maine School Safety Center
- Christopher Ireland, Director of Driver License Services, Maine Secretary of State
Meeting Dates & Materials
| Date | Agenda | Minutes | Recording | Other Materials |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 3, 2026 | Agenda | Approved | YouTube | — |
| March 27, 2026 | Agenda | Approved | YouTube | — |
| March 19, 2026 | Agenda | Approved | Unavailable | LD 2159 Amendment |
| March 13, 2026 | Agenda | Approved | YouTube | Mayser Presentation Member Comment: Ireland |
| February 27, 2026 | Agenda | Approved | YouTube | NCST Manual Draft Remote Meetings Policy |
- Kearns (2/27)
- Maine Association for Pupil Transportation (2/27)
- Stewart (2/27)
- KS (3/19)
- Anonymous (3/19)
- Desjardins (3/19)
- Meehan (3/27)
- Smith (4/6)
- Nicholson (4/2026)
- Corey (4/2026)