Back to School – Recipes for the Road

As students head back to school, remember to follow Florida’s school bus safety laws:

Always slow down and use caution in school zones, especially during arrival and dismissal times. Let’s all do our part to keep children safe this school year.

Drivers must stop for school buses when the red lights are flashing and the stop arm is extended.

This applies in both directions unless you’re on a divided highway with a raised barrier or median at least 5 feet wide.

If there’s only a painted line or paved median, all drivers must stop, regardless of direction.

Passing a stopped school bus is illegal and may result in a citation, points on your license, a fine, and mandatory driver improvement course.

Penalties are more severe if you pass on the side where children are entering or exiting the bus.

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