Pittsburg USD 250 emphasizes importance of bus safety; Stop Arm Law

PITTSBURG, Kan. (KOAM) - Pittsburg Community Schools is contributing to bus safety efforts in Kansas by participating in the Kansas One Day Stop Arm Violation Count for the Kansas State Department of Education.

The district emphasizes the importance of safety, especially for students in the "danger zone" outside the bus.

Kansas law (KSA 8-1556) requires all motorists to stop when approaching or overtaking a stopped school bus displaying its flashing red lights and stop arm. Motorists are to remain stopped until the bus is no longer displaying its flashing red lights and stop arm. Officials say violation of this Kansas law not only endangers children but is punishable by a fine and court costs in excess of $420.

In 2023, Kansas reported 676 Stop Arm Violations. This survey, conducted in coordination with the National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services (NASDPTS), aims to assess the prevalence of illegal passing of school buses nationwide.

You can learn more about the Stop Arm Law below, or click here.

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