Couple Seeks Retroactive Okay for Sneaky Bus Company Takeover Deal
Published Date: 5/6/2026
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Summary
Jane and Thomas Stiles each bought half of Safe-Way Bus Co. and Safe-Way Wisconsin without getting permission first. Now, they’ve asked for approval after the fact, and the Surface Transportation Board is ready to say yes—unless someone objects by June 22, 2026. If all goes smoothly, this deal will be official on June 23, 2026, with no extra costs or delays expected.
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Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
After‑the‑Fact Ownership Approved
Jane and Thomas Stiles each acquired a 50% ownership interest in Safe‑Way Bus Co. and Safe‑Way Wisconsin on March 28, 2022. The Surface Transportation Board has tentatively approved that after‑the‑fact acquisition and will make the approval final on June 23, 2026 if no opposing comments are filed by June 22, 2026.
School Bus Service Continues Unchanged
Safe‑Way Bus Co. and Safe‑Way Wisconsin will continue to provide substantially the same school transportation and charter services after the approved acquisition. The companies operate in separate service areas (about 30 miles apart) and the Board found the Transaction did not impair adequacy of transportation to the public.
No Adverse Employee Effects Reported
Applicants state the Transaction did not cause substantial layoffs or adverse changes to wages, benefits, or working conditions, and Safe‑Way Wisconsin hired additional drivers to serve a new contract. The Board found no material adverse effect on employee or labor conditions.
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