Kansas education officials are expressing concern that many motorists are ignoring a state law that requires them to stop when approaching a stopped school bus that is loading or unloading children.
A recent survey found 1,040 motorists illegally passed school buses in Kansas during a one-day test in April, The Topeka Capital-Journal reported. The survey included only three-fourths of the state’s school districts so the number of violations is likely higher.
Education officials are expected to make recommendations during the next legislative session on ways to reduce the number of school bus violations.
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