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American Bus Association
WebsiteThe American Bus Association (ABA) is a national trade association representing the intercity bus industry, providing advocacy, education, and resources for the motorcoach and bus industry.
CCI Score
CCI Score: American Bus Association
2.56
Latest Event
ABA Warns Against Isolationist Policies Impacting Tourism
The American Bus Association issued a statement linking restrictive immigration, isolationist policy, and nationalist rhetoric—reminiscent of trends during the first Trump administration—to a decline in inbound tourism that could jeopardize jobs and economic stability in the U.S. The warning underscores concerns that such authoritarian-leaning policies could have broad negative implications for the travel industry.
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American Bus Association is currently rated as an Objector.
Latest Events
- APR152025
The American Bus Association issued a statement linking restrictive immigration, isolationist policy, and nationalist rhetoric—reminiscent of trends during the first Trump administration—to a decline in inbound tourism that could jeopardize jobs and economic stability in the U.S. The warning underscores concerns that such authoritarian-leaning policies could have broad negative implications for the travel industry.
- FEB062025
The American Bus Association’s PAC contributed a total of $74,000 to federal candidates in the 2023-2024 cycle, with about 70.95% of the funds going to Republican candidates. This heavy skew in contributions raises concerns regarding support for candidates with authoritarian leanings.
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Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts
April 15
The PAC’s significant allocation (approximately 70.95%) to Republican candidates suggests a tilt towards funding political figures that may support authoritarian policies. Given the contribution’s potential to influence federal politics in favor of far‐right elements, this action is viewed negatively from an anti‐fascist perspective.
- OCT282024
The American Bus Association announced a strategic leadership update by appointing Callie Hoyt as Senior Vice President of Public Affairs and Government Relations effective October 28, 2024. This move is intended to strengthen ABA’s advocacy efforts, enhance its policy agenda, and improve its engagement with government and regulatory stakeholders.
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Executive Political Engagement
April 15
The appointment of Callie Hoyt, an experienced executive with a strong background in government relations and advocacy, reflects a proactive step towards enhancing the organization’s role in public affairs. By strengthening its government relations team, ABA is positioned to more effectively represent its members and engage in policy debates, an essential function in countering authoritarian influences and ensuring democratic representation. This leadership expansion supports transparent and robust political engagement that aligns with progressive anti-authoritarian values.
- FEB012024
The American Bus Association’s BusPAC is a political action committee that facilitates voluntary contributions from member companies’ employees to support Congressional candidates, thereby educating legislators on motorcoach, tour, and travel issues.
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Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts
April 15
The BusPAC initiative channels voluntary political donations from employees of ABA member companies to support favorable Congressional candidates. From an anti-fascist perspective, such mechanisms may amplify corporate influence in politics, potentially skewing policy-making in favor of industry interests at the expense of broader democratic accountability.
- DEC312023
The American Bus Association spent $400,000 on lobbying during the 2023 legislative cycle, according to OpenSecrets data downloaded on February 19, 2025.
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Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts
April 15
The American Bus Association's reported $400,000 lobbying expenditure for 2023 indicates significant corporate political activity. From an anti-fascist perspective, heavy lobbying can contribute to the disproportionate influence of industry interests in politics, potentially undermining democratic accountability and policies that protect marginalized communities, even though specific policy stances were not detailed.
- NOV152023
The American Bus Association issued a statement condemning the reported discrimination involving the stranding of hundreds of Jewish passengers en route to a Washington, D.C. rally. The ABA emphasized its opposition to discrimination based on race, sex, religion, or political viewpoint and announced an investigation to identify the company or companies responsible.
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Public and Political Behavior
April 15
The ABA's public statement strongly condemning discrimination and initiating an investigation highlights its commitment to social justice and anti-discrimination, which aligns with progressive values and anti-fascist principles. This action supports marginalized communities and holds companies accountable for discriminatory practices.
- JAN012023
According to OpenSecrets, the American Bus Association raised $163,745 during the 2023-2024 election cycle, with data highlighting its engagement in lobbying activities through the use of former government staffers.
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Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts
April 15
The PAC profile indicates that the American Bus Association actively participates in political contributions and lobbying activities. While such contributions are common for trade associations, the engagement in political funding can reinforce existing power structures and influence policymaking in ways that may not prioritize broader social accountability, thus warranting a negative score from an anti-fascist perspective.
- JAN012023
The FEC page for the American Bus Association Political Action Committee (BUSPAC) details its financial activity, showing total receipts of $186,061.46 and disbursements of $75,500.00 through individual contributions. This information reflects the PAC's role in political fundraising for the trade association.
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Public and Political Behavior
April 15
The political activity outlined through the PAC's contributions and disbursements is standard for trade associations. There is no indication from the data of support for authoritarian or far‐right policies; thus, the action is assessed as neutral in terms of complicity in fascism.
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