most of the children killed in bus-related incidents are between 4 and 7 years old and on foot, and are usually hit by the bus or by a motorist illegally passing a stopped bus.According to TxDOT, violations can lead to a fine of up to $1,250 for a first offense. If convicted more than once, drivers can face having their license suspended for up to six months or even criminal charges if they cause someone serious bodily injury, says Texas DPS.
If you are traveling on a multi-lane road divided only by a turn lane and a school bus stops, again, all vehicles traveling in both directions must stop. Drivers can only proceed if the bus's flashing lights are no longer activated, the bus driver signals you to proceed or the bus has resumed driving.Hutto ISD invited the community to the transportation facility Thursday afternoon to meet their bus drivers.Follow at a greater safe distance behind a school bus, keeping in mind buses make frequent stops