A tentative agreement has been reached between Anne Arundel County bus drivers and aides and their employer, avoiding a potential strike.

A union official confirmed that the school bus driver and aides have reached a tentative agreement with their employer, Student Transportation of America, averting a potential strike that could have disrupted transportation for students.

The union said the deal includes substantial pay and benefits boost while also creating a path toward adequate and affordable health care which has been a major sticking point during contract talks.

“From the start, our members have been clear: they want fair compensation and real access to affordable health care,” said Ray Lee, special assistant to the Local 1994 President. “This agreement is a step forward in valuin

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